OUR STORY
A legacy of care. A future of possibility.
Since 1981, Zimcare Trust has been dedicated to expanding access to education, care and meaningful development opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities in Zimbabwe.
ROOTED IN A SHARED PURPOSE
Stronger together, since 1981.
Zimcare Trust was established in October 1981 through the consolidation of organisations supporting people with intellectual disabilities in Zimbabwe. Their shared commitment created a coordinated approach to specialised education and care.
Our four founding organisations
- Hopelands Trust
- Salisbury Association for the Care of the African Mentally Handicapped (SASCAM)
- Midlands Association for the Mentally Sub-normal African Children (MAMSAC)
- Sibantubanye Day Care
Names are reproduced as historical records and include terminology no longer used in our contemporary language.
OUR MISSION
Supporting each person’s potential.
To facilitate individualised learning and care programmes that enable people with intellectual disabilities to develop their abilities, build life skills and achieve their potential.
OUR VISION
A society where everyone belongs.
An inclusive society in which people with intellectual disabilities have access to the education, support and opportunities they need to participate fully and thrive.
THE PRINCIPLES THAT GUIDE CARE
Dignity at the centre.
Dignity and Respect
Inclusion
Compassion
Individual Development
Accountability
Collaboration
OUR JOURNEY
October 1981One coordinated organisation.
Four founding organisations came together to establish Zimcare Trust.
Leadership & governance
Meet the people behind our work
Leadership profiles and official photographs will be added here.
A SHARED COMMITMENT
Together, we can create more opportunities.
The work of creating inclusive learning environments depends on educators, families, communities, volunteers and partners. There are many ways to make a meaningful contribution.