Celebrating 30+ Years of the New York Tanzanian Community

New York Tanzanian Community
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    • About
    • Programs
      • Jumuiya United in Action
      • Swahili Kids and Youth
      • International Access
    • Events
      • Upcoming Events
      • Past Events
    • Get Involved
    • Leadership
      • Governance & Leadership
      • Executive Committee
      • Board of Trustees
      • Constitutional Review
      • Ethical Committee
      • Intern/ Volunteers
    • Resources
      • Financial Report
      • Constitution
      • Community Support
      • Business Directory
      • Newsletter
      • Jobs
New York Tanzanian Community
  • About
  • Programs
    • Jumuiya United in Action
    • Swahili Kids and Youth
    • International Access
  • Events
    • Upcoming Events
    • Past Events
  • Get Involved
  • Leadership
    • Governance & Leadership
    • Executive Committee
    • Board of Trustees
    • Constitutional Review
    • Ethical Committee
    • Intern/ Volunteers
  • Resources
    • Financial Report
    • Constitution
    • Community Support
    • Business Directory
    • Newsletter
    • Jobs

Governance & Leadership


Strong Governance. Accountable Leadership. United Community.


At New York Metropolitan Tanzanian Community (NYTC), we are committed to leadership that

is transparent, accountable, and grounded in service to our community.

How We Are Governed

NYTC operates through two key leadership structures: Board of Trustees and Executive Committee


Together, these bodies ensure that NYTC operates with clarity, integrity, and effectiveness.

Board of Trustees

Executive Committee

Executive Committee

Provides strategic direction, oversight, and governance, ensuring that the organization remains accountable, sustainable, and aligned with its mission.

Meet our leaders

Executive Committee

Executive Committee

Executive Committee

Leads the day-to-day management and implementation of programs and activities, serving the needs of the community.

Meet our committee

Our Commitment to Accountability

We believe that leadership must be both responsible and accountable.

  • Leaders serve in the best interest of the community
  • Decisions are guided by established governance frameworks
  • Concerns and feedback are welcomed and addressed through appropriate and respectful channels 

Our goal is to ensure that every voice is heard in a fair, structured, and constructive way.

Our Values

Our leadership is guided by shared values:

Integrity

Integrity

Integrity

Acting with honesty and responsibility

Respect

Integrity

Integrity

Treating all members with dignity

Inclusion

Inclusion

Inclusion

Promoting equity and participation

Service

Inclusion

Inclusion

Advancing the collective good

Respectful Community Engagement

We are committed to fostering a community built on mutual respect and responsible engagement.


At NYTC, respect and accountability go hand in hand.

We encourage

We do not tolerate:

We do not tolerate:

  • Open and constructive dialogue
  • Respectful expression of views

We do not tolerate:

We do not tolerate:

We do not tolerate:

  • False or harmful statements that undermine individuals or the organization
  • Conduct that erodes trust, dignity, or unity

Building a Strong Community Together

Our governance approach ensures that:

  • Leaders serve with integrity and commitment
  • Members engage in a constructive and respectful environment
  • The community continues to grow as a trusted and united platform

Contact Us


For questions or to share feedback, please contact:

Prof. Linda Mhando

Chairperson of the Board of Trustees 

New York Tanzanian Community (NYTC) 

307 E 53rd St

New York, NY 10022

Board@ nytanzaniancommunity.org

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