Pearl Foundation: nurturing opportunity for girls, youth, and families
We are a community-rooted NGO equipping young women and their households with the education, health services, and economic tools they need to flourish. Every programme is built hand-in-hand with local leaders so results last.
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Our guiding values
Every project is anchored on co-creation, measurable learning, and transparent stewardship. That commitment allows us to respond quickly to the changing needs of our partners across Uganda.
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Community first
Every programme is co-designed with the people it serves so outcomes are relevant and sustainable.
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Growth mindset
We pilot, learn, and scale quickly, ensuring each project delivers measurable impact.
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Transparent partnerships
We steward every contribution responsibly and share progress with honesty.
Milestones on our journey
2017
Pearl Foundation begins
Grassroots reading circles launch in Wakiso, reaching 120 girls in the first quarter.
2019
Health programmes expand
Mobile maternal health clinics travel to four districts, offering prenatal care to 3,500 women.
2022
Digital library rollout
Community libraries receive STEM and entrepreneurship toolkits with remote mentor support.
2024
Global donor network
Supporters from 18 countries back programmes and scholarship funds through the digital hub.
Our programmes
See all programmesProgramme information will be available soon.
Faces behind the mission
Our multidisciplinary team includes programme strategists, community mobilisers, midwives, and youth mentors who make the work possible.
Work with us
Habib Namayo
PR & Marketing Lead
Habib Namayo (PR & Marketing)
Public Relations & Marketing
Innocent Luther Kater
Chief Executive Director
Jairus Mwesigwa
Managing Director, Pearl Foundation
John Ssenkumba
Board Member & Chair, Disciplinary Committee
Mugagga Jude
Public Relations / Workers Advocacy Partner
Nabukeera Sumaiya
Loans Officer & Field Officer
Nakkazi Joyce
Head of Production & Procurement
Natabi Meble
Education Officer & Brand Ambassador
Natabi Meble (Brand Ambassador)
Brand Ambassador
Sheilla Ninsiima
Secretary General, Pearl Foundation for Human Rights & Development Initiative
Stories of impact
See how supporters fuel tangible change in classrooms, clinics, and co-ops.
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Join our circle of partners who believe every girl deserves access to STEM resources, health care, and dignified livelihoods.