Welcome to Isiseko Imara

break the cycle of fatherlessness by journeying with fathers and young men

Isiseko Imara is a blend of both the South African Xhosa word for foundations "isiseko" and the East African Kiswahili word for firm “imara”.  This unique name not only communicates our desire for building firm family foundations, but also represents the rich diversity of heritage and culture found within South Africa. Isiseko Imara’s approach is to work alongside both local and foreign national communities in South Africa. Growing xenophobic attitudes and violence stand in the way, but we believe that an inclusive approach will enable communities to work together and learn from each other.
Our aim is to break the cycle of fatherlessness in South Africa by impacting the next generation of young men. Without a restoration of God’s heart and purpose for fatherhood, boys will continue to grow up without father-figures and young men will struggle to live up to their role as fathers .