About Us - Urban Ministry Jos

Our History

Urban Ministry (UM) is a Christian, non-profit, non-governmental organization established following thorough research by World Renew to ascertain the level of poverty in Plateau State in 1990.

This research led to the establishment of the organization and informed the design of plans and programs to address identified needs in a sustainable manner.

Urban Ministry commenced operations in 1991 and was officially registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission of the Federal Government of Nigeria on 28th May 1998, with registration number RC 11136.

Today, UM has over 100 cooperative groups with approximately 7,843 beneficiaries spread across five (5) Local Government Councils in Plateau State: Jos North, Jos South, Bassa, Riyom, and Barkin Ladi.

Our Journey

Key milestones in our history of service and transformation

1990

Establishment

Urban Ministry founded following World Renew research on poverty levels in Plateau State, Nigeria.

1991

Operations Begin

Started community development programs in Jos North Local Government Area with initial focus on food security.

1998

Official Registration

Registered with Corporate Affairs Commission of Nigeria (RC 11136) as a non-profit organization.

2005

Expansion Phase

Expanded operations to cover 5 LGAs: Jos North, Jos South, Bassa, Riyom, and Barkin Ladi.

2010

Program Diversification

Launched comprehensive trauma healing and peace building programs in conflict-affected communities.

2023

Current Reach

7,843+ beneficiaries across 100+ cooperative groups, transforming lives through holistic development.

Our Mission & Vision

Guiding principles that drive our work and define our purpose

Our Mission

"Guided by faith and compassion, our mission is to deliver holistic transformation in crisis-affected urban/rural communities by providing integrated programs in Livelihood, Food Security, Education Empowerment, Health and Wellness, Trauma Healing, and Peace Building, empowering residents toward self-sufficiency and renewed dignity."

Our Vision

"To see urban and rural communities transformed into resilient, thriving, and peaceful neighborhoods where every resident achieves physical, emotional, and economic wholeness, free from the burdens of hunger, trauma, and chronic poverty."

Our Motto

"Helping People to Help Themselves: Every person possesses innate potential. Our role is to act as a catalyst, offering guidance and resources to unlock these potentials, allowing individuals to become agents of their own destiny rather than passive recipients of aid."

Our Core Values

The principles that guide our work and define our character

Christ-Centered Service

Serving communities with love, humility, and compassion, especially the poor, traumatized, and food-insecure, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ.

Community Participation

Working collaboratively with communities, cooperatives, and local institutions, ensuring local ownership and sustainability of interventions.

Stewardship & Integrity

Upholding transparency, ethical conduct, and responsible management of resources entrusted by donors, partners, and communities.

Respect for Human Dignity

Affirming the God-given dignity and worth of every individual, serving all people without discrimination based on faith, ethnicity, gender, or social status.