About us

About Us
Founded in 2019, Mbote Women’s Association is a legally registered non-profit committed to uplifting women across Uganda. We create pathways for social, economic, and personal empowerment—helping women build resilience, achieve independence, and inspire lasting change in their communities.

Vision

By 2046, we aim to transform the lives of women across Uganda’s western region. Our vision is to empower at least 10 village communities in every district, fostering women who are:
1) Socially confident
2) Financially independent
3) Physically healthy
4) Mentally resilient

We see a future where women lead healthier lives, strengthen supportive communities, and inspire generations to come.

Mission

To build communities where women and girls thrive—socially, financially, physically, and mentally—by dismantling historical patriarchal barriers and ensuring women grow alongside men and boys in harmony.

Core Values

1) Empowerment – Equipping women with knowledge, skills, and opportunities to lead change.
2) Integrity – Acting with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
3) Community & Inclusion – Fostering unity, collaboration, and fairness so every woman has a voice.
4) Sustainability & Resilience – Protecting natural resources and building solutions that last for generations.

Our Values Statement: "We stand for empowerment, integrity, community, sustainability, and resilience—driving lasting change for women and their communities."

Organizational Structure

1. Board of Directors – Strategic oversight and governance (Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, Legal Advisor, Community Representative).

2. Executive Management – Leads daily operations (Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, Finance & Administration Manager, Programs & Partnerships Manager, Monitoring & Evaluation Officer).

3. Departments & Units
Programs & Advocacy – Projects, advocacy, outreach (Program Coordinator, Advocacy Officer).
Finance & Administration – Budgets, accounting, HR, logistics (Accountant, HR Officer, Administrative Assistant).
Training & Capacity Building – Workshops, vocational training, mentorship (Training Coordinator, Facilitators).
Communications & PR – Branding, media, stakeholders (Communications Officer, Social Media Manager).
Research & Development – Studies, impact evaluation, new initiatives (Research Analyst, Data Officer).
Community Engagement – Local chapters and village activities (Field Officers, Community Mobilizers).

4. Regional & Local Chapters – Grassroots implementation (Chapter Coordinator, Secretary, Treasurer, Volunteer Team).

5. Advisory Council – Expert guidance in gender equality, sustainability, and community development.

6. Volunteers & Ambassadors – Outreach, training, advocacy; focused on youth engagement, mentorship, and mobilization.

How We Operate

Community Roundtables – Open dialogues to identify challenges and co-create solutions.
Collaborative Partnerships – Work with national and international organizations for sustainable impact.
Evidence-Driven Solutions – Initiatives informed by community voices and reliable data.
Capacity Building – Training and mentorship that equip women and girls to lead change.

Grant Narrative

Mbote Women’s Association, founded in 2019, is a registered Ugandan non-profit dedicated to empowering women socially, economically, legally, and emotionally. We currently serve communities across Uganda’s western region, with programs in natural resource management, economic empowerment, legal literacy, and mental health support. Our vision is to transform at least 10 village communities per district by 2046, fostering women who are socially confident, financially independent, physically healthy, and mentally resilient. Through community roundtables, collaborative partnerships, and evidence-driven solutions, we ensure lasting impact and sustainability. We seek funding to expand our agribusiness training, legal advocacy, and counseling services, reaching thousands more women and girls across rural Uganda.