About Us

Learn about our mission, vision, and the team behind Buikwe Foundation

Our Story

Buikwe Foundation was established in 2018 in response to the alarming rates of school dropouts among girls in Buikwe District, Uganda. Our founder, Sarah Nakato, witnessed firsthand how poverty, cultural practices, and lack of opportunities were forcing young girls out of school and into early marriages.

What began as a small community initiative to keep just a handful of girls in school has grown into a comprehensive program that has impacted hundreds of girls and their communities. We've expanded from simply paying school fees to providing vocational training, mentorship, and community awareness programs.

Today, we operate from our dedicated center in Buikwe Town, where we provide safe spaces for learning, skill development, and personal growth. Our holistic approach addresses not just education, but the underlying socioeconomic factors that contribute to the challenges facing girls in our community.

Our Mission

To empower girls and young women in Buikwe through education, skills training, and community support, enabling them to become self-reliant, confident individuals who can transform their communities.

Our Vision

We envision a society where every girl has the opportunity to complete her education, develop her potential, and participate fully in socioeconomic development without fear of discrimination or limitation.

Our Core Values

Empowerment

We believe in equipping girls with tools for self-reliance

Integrity

We maintain transparency and accountability in all we do

Sustainability

We create programs with long-term impact

Community

We work with and for the community

Leadership

Team Member
Mary Taani

Executive Director

With over 10 years of experience in community development, Mary founded Buikwe Foundation to address the challenges she witnessed growing up.

Team Member
Stephen Kalabika

Board Chairman

Stephen brings expertise in educational program development and has been instrumental in designing our skills training curriculum.

Board Members

Team Member
Eva Nakiryowa

Board Member

With over 10 years of experience in community development, Mary founded Buikwe Foundation to address the challenges she witnessed growing up.

Team Member
Maureen Nassozi

Board Member

With over 10 years of experience in community development, Mary founded Buikwe Foundation to address the challenges she witnessed growing up.

Team Member
Gladys Nampiima

Board Member

With over 10 years of experience in community development, Mary founded Buikwe Foundation to address the challenges she witnessed growing up.

Team Member
Dan Ssenkubuge

Board Member

With over 10 years of experience in community development, Mary founded Buikwe Foundation to address the challenges she witnessed growing up.

Our Approach

We take a holistic approach to addressing the challenges facing girls in Buikwe District:

  • Prevention: We work to prevent school dropouts through community awareness, parent education, and scholarship programs.
  • Intervention: For girls who have already dropped out, we provide alternative education pathways through vocational training.
  • Empowerment: We equip girls with life skills, financial literacy, and confidence to make informed decisions about their lives.
  • Advocacy: We advocate for policies and practices that protect and promote girls' rights to education and equal opportunities.
  • Community Engagement: We work with parents, community leaders, and local government to create an enabling environment for girls to thrive.