We Care for Children
Mission Statement
At Wellness Waves Foundation, our mission is to create a ripple effect of positive change by fostering education, nurturing mental wellness, and empowering women and youth. We are committed to breaking barriers and providing access to education and mental health initiatives for individuals of all ages, laying the foundation for a resilient and empowered community.
Vision Statement
Our vision at Wellness Waves Foundation is to build a society where education is a beacon of hope, mental wellness for all is a shared priority, and the potential of every woman and youth is realized. We envision a community where our initiatives create lasting waves of positive transformation, empowering individuals to overcome challenges, embrace opportunities, and contribute meaningfully to a brighter and more inclusive future.
In response to the gaps and needs in the Antiguan and Barbudan community, social
worker and philanthropist Koren Norton, alongside dedicated partners, recognized the
urgent necessity for a formalized charitable organization—Wellness Waves Foundation.
Drawing from 13 years of the impactful Back-to-School Backpack Project, 14 years of
Christmas food hamper donations, and 16 years of providing mental health services
locally, a formal structure was necessary to amplify these efforts on a broader scale.
Wellness Waves Antigua and Barbuda, under Koren Norton’s visionary leadership,
envisions a future where education, mental wellness, and empowerment are not
privileges but fundamental rights. The establishment of this foundation is an essential
step towards transforming individual initiatives into a collective force for lasting change
in the lives of the people of Antigua and Barbuda.
While individual projects have made a significant impact, a formal organization allows
for a more strategic, sustainable, and scalable approach. Wellness Waves aims to
collaborate with local and international partners, leveraging resources to maximize
reach and effectiveness.
By consolidating efforts under Wellness Waves, the organization can systematically
address the root causes of educational disparities, mental health challenges, and
gender-based inequalities. The long-term vision is to foster a community where women
and girls are empowered, educated, and mentally resilient.