Our Story & Team

Creating bridges to prosperity for socio-economic transformation since June 2016.

Our Story

Centre for Integrated Community Development-Uganda (CICD-Uganda) is a non-profit, grassroots, community-led organization creating bridges to prosperity for socio-economic transformation, established in June 2016.

CICD-Uganda's work focuses on vulnerable persons, especially rural children, youth, and women, to improve their well-being and help them become change-makers in their communities.

"The guiding principle of our model is that those we work with decide what they want to do, and choose the support and resources that they need to do it."

👁️ Our Vision

"Creating equal opportunities for all."

🎯 Our Mission

To promote sustainable holistic development for people and communities through participatory and collaborative planning, community action, skills development by connecting people, ideas and resources.

Our Core Values

Community-Led

We believe in empowering communities to lead their own development journey.

Collaborative

We work together with partners, communities, and stakeholders for maximum impact.

Sustainable

We create lasting change through sustainable, environmentally-conscious programs.

Meet Our Team

Dedicated professionals working tirelessly to empower communities in Buhweju District.

Jonan Nduhura

Founder & Executive Director

Leading CICD-Uganda's mission to empower vulnerable rural communities.

Ibanda Lawrence

Programs Coordinator

Coordinating agribusiness and entrepreneurship programs.

Twesigye Glorious Mary

Administrative Associate

Managing operations and program implementation.

Ayebazibwe Julius

Field Officer

Working directly with grassroots communities.

Rebecca Rukundo

Business Development Associate

Driving partnerships and sustainable growth opportunities.

Our Dedicated Team

Working together across Buhweju District.

200+

Grassroot Members

876+

Grassroot Beneficiaries

1,000+

Trees Planted

500+

Sanitary Kits Distributed

Our Work in Action

Glimpses of our community programs, events, and the beautiful Buhweju landscape.

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About Buhweju District

Buhweju district was carved from Greater Bushenyi district in July 2010. Located approximately 310 kilometers southwest of Kampala, the district headquarters at Nsiika Town Council is about 53 kilometers from Mbarara city.

With a population of over 143,800 people, Buhweju is composed of 4 Town Councils and 10 Sub-counties. The district is bordered by Rubirizi, Ibanda, Kitagwenda, Mbarara, Sheema, and Bushenyi districts.

🏞️ The Land of a Thousand Hills

80% of the topography in Buhweju is hilly and mountainous with U and V shaped valleys, making it a spectacular location for community-based eco-tourism.

Our Partners & Collaborators

We are grateful to work alongside visionary organizations, government bodies, and community groups to amplify our impact in Buhweju District.

Interested in partnering with us to create lasting change?

Become a Partner