Me Zemer, meaning ‘wholeheartedly’, is a nonprofit organization founded by like-minded friends and unified by their passion to foster meaningful change in the lives of Albania’s most vulnerable groups. Through collective expertise, resourcing, and volunteering we aim to enable positive change that empowers vulnerable populations to live dignified, economically independent lives.
Me Zemer identifies and seeks to find solutions for the unmet needs of low-income children, women, and families. Our nonprofit offers support to improve education, health, and economic opportunities. We collaborate with local organizations and civic leaders to ensure our initiatives are impactful and appropriate to the unique challenges faced by those we serve.
Our initiatives are designed to offer sustainable solutions that serve as stepping stones for our beneficiaries to build better futures. We are committed to the responsible allocation of resources and funding and to offering full transparency
to our donors and supporters.
Our vision is to go beyond improving the quality of life of those we serve: we want to see these communities thrive.
We look forward to collaborating with individuals who have a desire and willingness to help; those who want to share their ideas and resources; and those who are eager to learn about the challenges facing the people and communities in the region.
CORE VALUES
Collaboration:
Work with our beneficiaries to establish initiatives as they know their own needs better than anyone.
Include beneficiaries and local organizations in developing projects and programs that align with overall initiatives.
Foster ongoing communication with all stakeholders.
Compassion:
Listen… and then listen some more.
Respond to needs with open hearts and minds and the willingness to learn.
Be empathetic to the situations and needs of others.
Respect:
All are worthy of respect, no matter their income or ability level.
Listen to others and accept differences in beliefs, opinions, or religions.
Build relationships of trust, safety, and well-being.