Empowering Communities, Changing Lives
Our story
Founded in 2022, Oaknna Foundation is rooted in the belief that every person deserves dignity, opportunity, and the chance to build a better future.
The name “Oaknna” combines the Oak and the Na — symbols, inspired by two women whose lives were rooted in compassion, strength, and caring for others.
The “Oak” represents Awatif Amin, the mother of Oaknna’s founder, whose strength and generosity inspired the foundation’s spirit. The “Na” represents Chandra Siriwardena, whose kindness, resilience, and dedication to others carried the same values across cultures and communities.
Their legacy lives on in every life touched, every opportunity created, and every community strengthened.
Oaknna Foundation
Mission
Mission
Mission
Oaknna Foundation is dedicated to empowering youth, refugees, women, and individuals with disabilities through mentorship, workforce development, skills training, and inclusive education programs that promote long-term self-reliance and opportunity.
Vision
Mission
Mission
A world where displaced and marginalized individuals have the opportunity, skills, and support to build an independent, dignified, and fulfilling future.
Values
Mission
Values
Empowerment
We equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, mentorship, and opportunities they need to achieve their goals, strengthen their livelihoods, and realize their full potential.
Dignity
We recognize and respect the inherent worth, resilience, and potential of every individual, fostering environments where people are treated with c
Empowerment
We equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, mentorship, and opportunities they need to achieve their goals, strengthen their livelihoods, and realize their full potential.
Dignity
We recognize and respect the inherent worth, resilience, and potential of every individual, fostering environments where people are treated with compassion, respect, and dignity.
Inclusion
We are committed to creating equitable opportunities for all, regardless of displacement, disability, gender, or circumstance, ensuring that no one is left behind.
Collaboration
We believe lasting impact is achieved through meaningful partnerships, community engagement, and collective action that leverage diverse perspectives and strengths.
Accountability
We uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and stewardship, ensuring that we remain responsible to the communities we serve, our partners, and our supporters.
The Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid
Oaknna has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, demonstrating our commitment to accountability, responsible stewardship, and measurable impact.