A message from the Directors
Thank you for your interest in the Roots of Impact Development Initiative (RIDI). Together with our partners, we have supported over 2,300 children since 2012, and 144 of these children have achieved self-reliance. Your support has made this possible.
Despite challenges such as HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, and climate change, our commitment to education, shelter, and community empowerment continues to grow. We invite you to join us in making a lasting impact in Kigezi and beyond.
Signed:
Julius Katemba & Egidius Katushabe
Co-Directors, RIDI
What We Do
01.
— Education & Child Development
- Primary school for 320 children
- On-site shelter for 148 orphans
- Scholarships, vocational training, school supplies
- Sports, mentorship, and character development
02.
— Sustainable Agriculture & Coffee Value Chain
- Supporting marginalized communities in improving coffee quality
- Agricultural training and value addition
- Agronomist-led benchmarking and extension support
- Supply of seedlings, agroforestry trees, and soil improvement initiatives
03.
— Amazima Community Farmers Initiative (ACFI)
- 50 farmer groups supported
- VSLA training & methodology
- Financial literacy
- 2% revolving loan fund (100% recovery rate)
- Savings groups, group constitutions, entrepreneurship training
04.
— Health & Well-Being
- Regular health check-ups
- Access to medical facilities
- Vaccinations and health awareness
05.
— Shelter & Infrastructure Support
- Orphanage housing
- Home improvement
- Safe, nurturing environments
06.
— Skills Training & Livelihood Development
- Mushroom production
- Backyard gardening
- Quality seed production
- Entrepreneurship
- Nursery bed establishment
- Passion fruit production
- Youth empowerment programs
Impact Stories
Jane’s Been A Migrant Worker Since She Was Just 12
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A Brighter Future — For Cambodia’s Children
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Partners
