Local Philanthropists Share Inspiring Stories Of Giving!
Local philanthropists gathered at Ndere Centre to share inspiring stories of giving at the 5th annual Gathering of Givers event. Speakers like Esther Kalenzi of 40 Days Over 40 Smiles and Eligu Ronald of Touch the Slum Foundation shared personal journeys that sparked their philanthropic efforts. The event emphasized that giving isn't limited to wealth—it's about making a difference through sacrifice and compassion. Organized by CivSource Africa and Uganda National NGO Forum, the gathering encouraged young givers to continue impacting their communities.
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NGOs Appeal For Tax Exemptions to Stimulate Local Philanthropy
At a recent symposium, NGOs in Uganda urged the government to provide tax exemptions for charitable organizations to stimulate local generosity. Organized by the Uganda National NGO Forum and CivSource Africa, the event highlighted the challenges NGOs face, including bureaucratic hurdles and high operational costs. CivSource Africa CEO, Jacqueline Asiimwe, emphasized the importance of documenting local philanthropic efforts to change the narrative that Uganda relies solely on foreign aid.
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Celebrating Our Generous Spirit
The Gathering of Givers began as a vision inspired by community and generosity, evolving into Uganda’s most exciting giving festival. This year’s theme, Our Generous Spirit, highlights the power of young givers. Join us on September 28th at Ndere Center for a day of joy, reflection, and celebration of generosity in action.
We can’t wait to host you!
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Changing the Beat | We invite you to join us in this narrative.
The Gathering of Givers started with a spark of creativity and has since grown into a movement that redefines African generosity. We are philanthropists, giving abundantly and shaping our future. Join us on September 28th at Ndere Centre as we celebrate Our Generous Spirit. This story is yours. It is ours.
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NGOs Urge Government to Establish Policy Incentivizing Local Philanthropy
At a recent convening hosted by the Uganda National NGO Forum and CivSource Africa, Jacqueline Asiimwe, CEO of CivSource Africa, stressed the need for policies to promote local giving to strengthen the national economy. She called for government support to encourage sustainable donations, citing the successes seen during the COVID-19 response.
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Journalists Urged to Amplify Stories of Community Giving
Journalists across Uganda are being encouraged to spotlight untold stories of generosity and community resilience. During the recent Face of Generosity event, media practitioners were urged to amplify narratives that celebrate philanthropy and inspire social change. The platform emphasized the pivotal role of storytelling in shaping perceptions around giving, with a call for journalists to explore deeper, often overlooked, local stories that showcase the power of community-driven generosity.
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CSSI 2024: Power and Inclusion in Cross-Sector Social Interactions Symposium University of Cape Town, South Africa
CSSI 2024: This year’s symposium, hosted by the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business in partnership with The Partnering Initiative, PRME Chapter Africa, and the Embedding Project, focused on addressing racial, social, and economic inequalities through cross-sector collaboration. The event will featured thematic discussions, breakout rooms, and panel discussions, providing a platform for diverse scholars and practitioners to exchange knowledge and experience.
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Thinking Legacy, Connecting Generations
At a deeply meaningful high tea event hosted by Hon Miria Matembe, we honored the legacies of the late Hon Joyce Mpanga and other revered leaders of the women's movement. Organized by CivSource Africa and Femme Forte, the event celebrated the contributions of women from different generations, from 81-year-old Hon Rtd Justice Mary Maitum to an inspiring 19-year-old activist, each sharing their visions for women's rights.
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Giving Celebration: Civsource Staff Shares Time, Talent, and Treasure with Community
In the spirit of celebrating our birth month at CivSource Africa, we’ve embarked on a beautiful journey of giving, spreading joy and kindness throughout our community. We believe that true celebration is not just about receiving but also about extending our hands and hearts to those who need it the most.
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WHAT KIND OF PARTNER ARE YOU? A visit to CivSource Africa from the Liliane Funds team
The Liliane Fund’s dream for the future: Children and young people with disabilities participate equally and as fully as possible. At home, in games and sports, at school, at work and in the community in general. Their lives have the highest possible quality. That is the vision of the Liliane Fund, or our dream for the future.
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CivSource @6: Celebrating a journey towards purpose and legacy
Today, we celebrate the six-year anniversary of CivSource Africa.It is an honor to write to you as the CEO of this remarkable organization, reflecting on our journey and envisioning the path ahead.
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Breaking Barriers and Building Inclusions: Highlights from the DIGI National Dialogue 2023
On 31 July 2023, the ‘Disability Inclusive GBV Initiative’ (DIGI) constituted by FIDA-U, UGANET and ADD Uganda held a national dialogue, as one of the joint activities since they started their two-year collaborative intervention to respond to Gender Based Violence (GBV) against women and girls with disabilities (WGwDs).
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Values Champion: Fostering a Culture of D.A.R.E at Civsource Africa
During the months of June and July 2023, CivSource Africa crowned another Value Champion Allen Asiimwe, an associate at Mopane, for embodying Audacity. Audacity, in its essence, involves the boldness to challenge the status quo, question assumptions, and explore uncharted territories. In leadership and organizational dynamics, embodying audacity is a rare quality that can inspire change, incite growth, and pave the way for innovation. Allen Asiimwe stands out as a shining example of audacious leadership.
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Looking Back With AWE, Looking Forward With Determination
Heading back home to Uganda, after attending the 4th African Philanthropy Conference, I can’t help but be filled with wonder.
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The Experience
Last week, CivSource Africa had the pleasure of conducting a wellness retreat for NCHRD-U. We started these wellness retreats in 2019 and have since had the honour of conducting both open call retreats (where people apply), and tailored ones for teams and organizations.
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Catalyzing change in Africa: Reflections from the Segal Family foundation Annual meeting 2023
The Segal Family Foundation annual meeting took place at the beautiful Kigali Convention Center, nestled in the picturesque hills of Rwanda.
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International Association for Feminist Economics (IAFFE) Annual Conference, 5th - 8th July 2023, Cape Town, South Africa
The 2023 International Association for Feminist Economics, (IAFFE) Annual Conference was held under the theme, ‘Envisioning Feminist Economics Strategies for an Equitable and Sustainable World.’
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BEYOND THE DGF: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR CSOS IN UGANDA
In the past half a century, civil society has rapidly gained recognition for its role in development policy and practice. Following the re-emergence of the New Policy Agenda in the early 1990s, and the consolidation of neoliberal and democratic governance reforms
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VALUES CHAMPION: Fostering a Culture of D.A.R.E at CivSource Africa
During our second quarter retreat in June 2023, CivSource Africa proudly bestowed the title of Value Champion upon Barbara Ssematimba, Chief Steward at CivSource South Africa. This esteemed recognition symbolizes Barbara’s exceptional dedication and unwavering reliability in all aspects of her work.
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UNITE SmartSimple Conference 2023: A Gathering of Innovators and Collaborators
The annual UNITE SmartSimple conference took place in the vibrant city of Barcelona, bringing together industry leaders and SmartSimple users for a transformative learning experience. From May 24th to 26th, 2023, participants immersed themselves in enriching activities, insightful discussions, and the exploration of groundbreaking technologies
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