“We are clan- and tribal-minded in that we are communal in our concept of life. A person is not only an individual, he is part of a system, part of a community. The person has a responsibility to the community, and in turn, the community has responsibilities to him and his family. It is what one can call a Mutual Social Responsibility between the person and his community.” Tom Joseph Mboya - a son of Suba

MDF Core Values:

  • Teamwork and unity.
  • Courage in resolving complex socio-economic issues.
  • Integrity.
  • Community Service, Partnership and Networking.
  • Respect for cultural heritage and diversity.
  • Sustainable Environmental Conservation and Protection.
  • Inclusivity.
Team Work!

Objectives

  1. Enhance and safeguard the interests and welfare of the Mfangano Community.
  2. Maintain the dignity and respect for the culture and values of residents of Mfangano Division.
  3. Provide leadership and resources to spur development within Mfangano Division, in thematic areas including:
    • Education and Vocational Training
    • Transport and Infrastructure
    • Health and Sanitation
    • Finance, Enterprise Development, Tourism and Planning
    • Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries
    • Land, Water and Environment
    • Sports, Culture, Gender, Talent Development and Management
    • Language, Culture and Heritage
    • Public Administration, Legal Affairs and Security
  4. Promote partnerships and collaboration with other stakeholders including local Community Based Organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations, International Organizations, County Governments and the Government of Kenya.
  5. Promote enterprise, employment and economic activities in Mfangano Division.
  6. Seek, retain, disseminate and exchange data and other information with local and international organizations.