Our Team.
At Nakujali Foundation, we are driven by a passionate and dedicated team committed to empowering refugees and orphans. Our team is made up of diverse professionals, volunteers, and community leaders who share a common vision of creating lasting change. Each member brings unique skills, experience, and compassion, working collaboratively to support and uplift vulnerable communities. Together, we strive to make a difference through our programs, creating a future where refugees can heal, grow, and thrive with dignity and hope
Aksanti Bienfait Ba
Strategic advisor
A contemporary artist and advocate, Aksanti leverages his lived experience of exile to guide Nakujali’s mission. He translates the complexities of displacement into strategies focused on resilience, human dignity, and collective healing.
Sheilla Maombi
Program Manager
Tsheilla Maombi ensures NJF’s programs run smoothly by managing resources and logistics, optimizing support for refugees and orphans with efficiency and dedication.
Juliet Mahivuno
Team leader
Juliet leads trauma informed yoga sessions at Nakujali Foundation and coordinates field activities as a Team Leader. She supports children, youth, and women in building emotional resilience, confidence, and wellbeing through inclusive and healing centered practices.
Izabella izimukwiye
Secretary
Izabella supports the administration and coordination of Nakujali Foundation. She manages documentation, communication, and organisational records, ensuring smooth internal operations and effective programme support.
Gihozo Melissa
MEL Coordinator
Melisa leads Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning at Nakujali Foundation. She tracks project progress, measures impact, and ensures accountability through data collection and reporting. Her work strengthens learning, transparency, and continuous improvement across all programmes.
Nshobole Bafunyempaka
Finance
Nshobole oversees financial management at Nakujali Foundation, ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsible use of resources. She manages budgeting, reporting, and financial documentation to support effective and compliant project implementation
Tatiana Bitale
Games coordinator
Tatiana leads games and sports activities at Nakujali , using inclusive play to empower refugee children and youth. She creates safe spaces where young people especially girls build confidence, teamwork, and resilience through sport.
Josephine swede
Safeguarding
Josephine ensures the safety and protection of all participants at Nakujali Foundation. She oversees safeguarding practices and promotes safe, inclusive spaces for children, youth, and vulnerable communities.