Strategic conversations have been a core aspect of how we refine the practice of philanthropy in Uganda. It is in these conversations that statistics are reduced to narratives; compelling stories that ignite action and enable us address the challenges premised in the field of philanthropy and civil society.
During one such conversation in February of this year, we gathered to reimagine the relationships between donors and partners, exploring the concept of decolonizing aid within the specific context of women-led and women’s rights organizations in Uganda. It was during this conversation that the organizing team, Madonna Vicky Ainembabazi and Olum Lornah Afoyomungu, had a brief chat with Isabella Akiteng, who had served as a panelist earlier in the day. Through her, we discovered a vibrant community of young female university students who eloquently address the most pressing issues of our time through the art of debate. The Elle Parle Women’s Open, the third event of its kind, was set to host this conversation in May 2023. Read more