To be among the leading cancer survivorship centered organization transforming the lives of breast, cervical and prostate cancer survivors in Tanzania.
To improve the quality of life of survivors in Tanzania, by addressing their unique post treatment needs and hence develop a symptom survivorship care guideline and programs.
SHUJAA is a swahili word which means "Warrior".
Shujaa Cancer Foundation (SCF) is a non –government and not for profit making organization officially registered in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania that aspires to improve the quality of lives of cancer survivors who are in the transition from active treatment to life after treatment.
“Survivorship is something that has been very dear to my heart, in my 9 years free from cancer i have learned so much about my mind, my health and the importance of living a full life after Cancer.
From finding my place in society and my new role as a mother and wife, there are many things that go into maintaining yourself after treatment.
It truly is a long and beautiful journey of Faith, Hope & Courage, that requires our attention and dedication.
Our message to Tanzanians is that Survivorship Matters for you, for your families and our society.”
Gloria Kida,
Co-founder of Shujaa Cancer Foundation