Making disciples of Jesus through authentic relationships, excellent education, and strengthened communities.
- Over 750 vulnerable children enrolled at the Amazima school where they are nourished physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
- Over 13,000 patient visits addressed by our medical team, which cares for our students and their families.
- Over 350 families supported by our Community Engagement Department.
Transforming
lives together.
Our Story
Founded in 2008 by New York Times Best Selling author Katie Davis Majors, Amazima Ministries serves communities in and around Jinja, Uganda by providing education for children, medical care, vocational training, and discipleship for women, children, and families.
Ivan's Story
Ivan was a student at The Amazima School from the day the doors opened. He came in a nervous and vulnerable child, with a father who had passed away, and he felt he didn’t belong. After being loved and supported by a nurturing staff, he began to open up, and eventually thrive.
Stories of Life Change
Highlights from our blog.
A Day in the Life of an Amazima Primary Teacher
The heartbeat of Amazima is to make disciples of Jesus. In order to do that,…
Investing in the Next Generation
If you’ve been around Amazima for any length of time, then you know that at…
The Amazima School’s First Graduation
What Katie never could have known then is that her dream to help pay school…
10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Begin a New Year
Happy New Year! It’s the dawn of a new year and those new year’s resolutions…
Our First Graduating Class: Ivan’s Story
On December 7, 2024 Amazima will launch its first ever graduating class! To say we…
A Sense of Belonging: Leticia’s Story
At Amazima, each student has a name and a story. Each student is not just…
