IDENTITY STATEMENT
Uganda Muslim Youth Development Forum is a Non-profit, Peacebuilding and Development organisation founded in 2011 by Ndugwa Hassan and Ahmed Hadji after surviving the 2010 terrorist attack on the Kyadondo rugby grounds in Kampala, Uganda.
The organisation works both directly and with grassroots peacebuilders and development actors to address root causes and effects of violent conflicts; breaking cycles of conflict, promoting healing, mending broken community relationships, fostering justice, and strengthening community defences against violence.
Our work is Inspired by values of Peace, Justice, Compassion and Sacredness of human life.
OUR VALUES
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— Integrity:
We demonstrate sound moral and ethical principles and do the right thing, no matter who's watching.
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— Compassion:
We embrace the joys and sorrows of others to whom and with whom we serve and are moved to action in solidarity with the human community.
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— Stewardship:
We carefully and responsibly use all human, financial and natural resources entrusted to us.
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— Justice:
We believe in fair treatment of individuals and equitable allocation of economic, political, and social opportunities.
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— Forgiveness:
We catalyse meaningful relationships through values-based dialogue, leadership and action.
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— Accountability:
We hold ourselves accountable to the highest level of ethical behaviour and responsibility for our actions and inactions.
IMPACT STORIES
Our Pioneer Community Peace Club
In the last 7 years, Uganda Muslim Youth Development Forum (UMYDF) with support from Finn Church Aid and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland has reached 20,700 young people in public and private schools in Central Uganda and West Nile through high school-based peace clubs and peace education initiatives.
Shaping student leadership and school disciplinary practices
Peace Club members that we work with across Central Uganda and West Nile are shaping student leadership and school disciplinary practices. First, we highlight how Peace Club members are shaping student leadership.
HOW TO HELP
There are many ways you can support our efforts to build more inclusive, just, resilient, and peaceful communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, and feel like they belong. Find out more below;