Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON)

RELIEF aid FOUNDATION (RaF) Celebrates a New Milestone! We are excited to share that our Executive Director #HadijaUwase, has been appointed as the #ResearchandDevelopmentOfficer for the Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) This is a significant achievement for both Hadija Uwase and RELIEF aid FOUNDATION marking a new chapter in advancing positive change for refugees and host communities. We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to the other newly elected leaders of #RRLON who have taken on their new roles with dedication and a shared commitment to creating lasting, positive impact. We look forward to working together with these remarkable leaders to advocate for inclusive development, amplify refugee voices, and drive meaningful change. Congratulations to all, and here’s to a future filled with collaboration and progress! #ReliefAidFoundation #RRLON #Leadership #CommunityEmpowerment #RefugeesLead #NewLeadership

Empowering Youth for a Better Future, NOPEI's Partnership with ELECU. Over the past three months, NOPEI, in partnership with ELECU, has been dedicated to empowering youth aged 18 to 35 through a transformative project. This initiative focused on equipping young women, young men, single mothers, women living without husbands, school dropouts, and orphans raising their siblings with essential skills to build a sustainable future. Through practical training, participants learned how to use their talents and resources to develop vital life and business skills, including: Financial literacy and saving, Setting financial goals and budgeting, Making informed spending decisions and tracking daily cash, Understanding financial services and family budgeting, Marketing strategies and planning for income-generating activities, Developing and planning sustainable businesses, Together, we are fostering self-reliance, creating opportunities, and building a brighter future for our youth. ELECU Education Local Expertise Centre Uganda WeAreCohere RELON UGANDA Alex Strang Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) Reframe NetworkInnocent Creus Rugamba Munyamirindi Gatware Mastercard Foundation Amza Kalemire

Call for Applications: Action Network on Forced Displacement – Women as Agents of Change The Action Network on Forced Displacement is seeking new members! This global network amplifies the voices of displaced women and advocates for feminist leadership, promoting equal and meaningful participation in social, economic, and political spheres. If you have lived experience of displacement and identify as a woman or belong to the LGBTIQ+ community, consider applying to join a global community of displaced women leaders. Regional backgrounds from Africa are particularly encouraged to apply. 📅Apply by January 12th 2025. 🔗 Check application requirements: https://buff.ly/49KWsKx 📧 Submit applications in one PDF document to: womensnetwork@giz.de

A Milestone for Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement with Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) Today marked a pivotal moment as the newly elected leaders of #RRLON officially took office, symbolizing unity and collaboration among Refugee-Led Organizations (RLOs) dedicated to driving positive change in refugee and host communities. We are humbled and honored that Mr Mathias Rukira the Director and Head of Programs of Tomorrow Vijana has been entrusted to serve as the Chairperson of Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) This appointment reflects our commitment to collaboration, innovation, and creating sustainable solutions for community challenges. We also want to congratulate our very own Masengesho Mirimo for being elected as the MEAL Officer. His expertise and dedication will be instrumental in strengthening #RRLON’s impact through effective monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning. A big congratulations as well to the other newly sworn-in refugee leaders! Your leadership and dedication inspire us all, and we look forward to working together to amplify refugee voices and drive transformative change. Under this new leadership, Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) is set to advocate for inclusive development, strengthen partnerships, and empower communities. Together, we will create opportunities and advance equity for all. A heartfelt thank you to everyone and partners who made today’s swearing-in ceremony a success. Here’s to a meaningful term of leadership and service ahead! #Leadership #RefugeeVoices #CommunityEmpowerment #RLOs #TomorrowVijana #RRLON #UnityInAction #InclusiveDevelopment #RefugeesLead

Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) Leadership Transition: 2025–2028.The Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) was established to coordinate efforts, strengthen capacity, advocate for refugee rights, and mobilize resources to address the challenges faced by displaced communities. On 12th November 2024, elections were held to select the new leadership committee for RRLON, which will serve from 2025 to 2028. his new leadership team is committed to working with the 32 RRLON member organizations in Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement. Together, they will uphold the values of accountability, collaboration, and advocacy, while striving to improve the lives of refugees. With the support of the Government of Uganda, UNHCR, donors, and other stakeholders, they aim to bring positive change to the lives of displaced persons. #Newly Elected RRLON Leaders (2025–2028): 1. Mathias Rukira – Chairperson 2. Chantal Muhongayire Chantal – Vice Chairperson 3. Baheza James – General Secretary 4. Munyamirindi Gatware – Communication Officer 5. Hadija Uwase – Research and Development Officer 6. Masengesho Mirimo Erick – Monitoring & Evaluation Officer 7. #Diana Zuati – Treasurer Today On 12th December 2024, the new committee was sworn in during a ceremony witnessed by RRLON members, representatives from the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), legal authorities, and a representative from UNHCR. The leaders pledged to serve with dedication, uphold the rules governing refugee-led organizations, and advocate for the rights and welfare of refugees in #RwamwanjaRefugeeSettlement. Together, let us continue to build a better future for refugees through unity, resilience, and action. WeAreCohere RELON UGANDA UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency YARID_Uganda Amza Kalemire Micheal Gumisiriza Tomorrow Vijana Rwamwanja Women empowerment Mama Nzango Foundation KAZI MBELE FOUNDATION - KAMFO Nguzo Opportunity Promotion Empowerment initiative (NOPEI) Jeremy Ross Mr. Robert Hakiza Kubana Alexis "Wake Alpha Elimu Foundation".Refugees SEAT RELIEF aid FOUNDATION Rwamwanja Talented Youth Innovators Rwamwanja Women Empowerment CBO Refugee Innovation Centre

Nguzo Opportunity Promotion Empowerment initiative (NOPEI) at the Private Sector Engagement Workshop in Fort Portal.The NOPEI team, alongside #Chairman Mathias Rukira of the Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) , #Team Tomorrow Vijana , and #Team KAZI MBELE FOUNDATION - KAMFO, participated in the Private Sector Engagement Workshop organized by the Southwest Region UNHCR. This workshop provided a special platform for engaging Refugee-Led Organizations (RLOs). NOPEI and other RLOs had the opportunity to share insights, learn from one another, and connect with private sector actors, partners from other settlements, OPM, and UNHCR. We are grateful to UNHCR for organizing this important event and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. #NOPEI #RRLON #RefugeeLedOrganizations #UNHCR #PrivateSectorEngagement #Rwamwanja #CollaborationForChange Jeremy Ross WeAreCohere Reframe Network Munyamirindi Gatware Masengesho Mirimo Kubana Alexis "Wake Alpha Elimu Foundation". Mama Nzango Foundation RELON UGANDA YARID_Uganda Amza Kalemire UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) Rwamwanja Women empowerment Micheal Gumisiriza Mr. Robert Hakiza

Day 5:Nguzo Opportunity Promotion Empowerment initiative (NOPEI) , in partnership with ELECU Education Local Expertise Centre Uganda, conducted a training session with youth on November 25, 2024, focused on entrepreneurship. The training aims to support vulnerable young people, including 70% girls and 30% boys, who are committed to learning entrepreneurial skills, business, Marketing ,Village Savings and Loan Association. A VSLA is a community-based financial institution that helps members, often in rural or low-income areas, save money to overcome challenges and contribute to their communities. The project specifically targets orphans, teenage mothers, single mothers, and other underprivileged youth. Through activities such as home visits, mobilization efforts, and tailored training sessions, this collaboration seeks to equip participants with the skills needed to support their families and build a better future. ELECU Education Local Expertise Centre Uganda Tomorrow Vijana RELON UGANDA Munyamirindi Gatware Innocent Creus Rugamba Reframe Network WeAreCohere YARID_Uganda Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) RefugePoint Alex Strang

Nguzo Opportunity Promotion Empowerment initiative (NOPEI) a Refugee -led organization We're excited to share the success of our recent training where we taught women how to create high-quality baskets that meet market demands. Our mission is to elevate the talents of refugees, providing them with opportunities to showcase their skills in various markets village, national, and international boosting income generation for the Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement. This impactful project is made possible through the collaboration of NOPEI, Rwenzori Sustainable Trade Centre , and ELECU Education Local Expertise Centre Uganda . Join us in supporting these talented artisans! Spread the word, buy handcrafted products, or partner with us to expand market access. Together, let's empower refugee communities! #EmpowerRefugees #CraftingFutures #SupportTalent #NOPEI Tomorrow Vijana WeAreCohere Reframe Network YARID_Uganda RELON UGANDA Munyamirindi Gatware Innocent Creus Rugamba Ashden Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) Rwenzori Sustainable Trade Centre ELECU Education Local Expertise Centre Uganda

NOPEI, a refugee-led non-profit organization, collaborates with other refugee-led organizations to address the challenges faced by our community. We are dedicated to increasing resources to support and help solve the problems of fellow refugees. Our shared experiences and understanding make it easier for us to connect with and assist those in isolation, fostering solutions grounded in empathy and common ground. We are committed to fighting hunger and malnutrition among refugees, enhancing food security, generating income to support children’s education,to connect the families of the defendants and finding innovative ways to adapt our farming practices to meet market demands. Despite facing challenges of isolation, our determination to create sustainable futures for ourselves and our families remains unwavering. A special thank you to WeAreCohere UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency Resourcing Refugee Leadership Initiative Tomorrow Vijana YARID_Uganda Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) Amza Kalemire RELON UGANDA and other partners for supporting refugee-led and women-led organizations.in capacity building, Funding and Grants

🌍🤝 Trust is essential for refugee grassroots organizations addressing community challenges. It fosters collaboration, amplifies voices, and ensures sustainable, impactful change. United, we can transform lives and build stronger communities! Join me with Adior Ibrahim as we share perspectives on trust building in RLO aggregations. . #Trust #CommunityEmpowerment #RefugeeLeadership #Collaboration #ImpactfulChange KRLON-Kyaka II Refugee-led Organizations Network Rwamwanja Refugee Led Organization Network (RRLON) UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency Mastercard Foundation