Access to medication
To help persons living with epilepsy access medication.
About us
Gratia Epileptic Volunteers
A community-based, not-for-profit organisation whose sole purpose is to improve the lives of persons living with epileptic conditions.
Our purpose
Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions, yet many people living with it in informal settlements face barriers to treatment, stigma, and lost opportunities for work and education.
Gratia Epileptic Volunteers exists to change that in Mukuru. We bring together volunteers who are committed to improving the lives of persons living with epilepsy and their families.
Where we work
Mukuru, Nairobi
We operate from the Mukuru settlements in Embakasi South Sub-County, Nairobi County.
Our objectives
What we set out to do
Public awareness
To enhance the general understanding of epilepsy through public awareness initiatives.
Skills & livelihoods
To improve the livelihoods of persons living with epilepsy by imparting tangible skills.
Rights & advocacy
To promote the rights of persons living with epilepsy by championing relevant legislation.
Leadership
Management committee
Gratia is run by an elected management committee. Office bearers are elected by secret ballot and serve a three-year term, with the option of re-election.
Chairperson
Jane Doe
Leads the organisation, chairs committee meetings and liaises with all stakeholders.
Vice Chairperson
John Doe
Principal assistant to the chair; oversees internal management.
Secretary
Jane Doe
Takes minutes, keeps records and notifies members of meetings.
Vice Secretary
John Doe
Deputises for the Secretary.
Treasurer
Jane Doe
Leads finance and presents the annual financial statement at the AGM.
Organising Secretary
John Doe
Leads operations and the smooth running of all activities.
Trustee
Jane Doe
Custodian of the organisation's assets; chairs dispute arbitration.
Accountability
Transparent by design
We are committed to strong internal controls, accountability and compliance with the law, donor requirements and our own policies.
- Annual independent audit by a qualified, licensed auditor.
- Audited accounts and an annual report presented to members at our Annual General Meeting in April.
- Funds used solely for our objectives, with no profit distribution to members.
- Monthly members' meetings on the last Saturday of every month.
- Operations, Finance and Administration teams, each with a clear mandate.