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Karibu / Welcome

Learn more about our organization,
our mission, vision and values. 

Meet the team. We have eight board members— four in the US and 4 in Uganda and 4 officers. 

Learn about its founders and their 27 years helping Uganda 

Our Mission

Speakers for Africa provides necessary school supplies, financial assistance and facilities to primary and secondary students and schools in need throughout Uganda. Its goal is to augment, not replace, an institution's curriculum with effective learning instruments, while also providing access to

team sports activities, music and dance.

​To provide a holistic transformation of young people and disadvantaged communities by offering access to education and training, as well as

exposure to modern innovations.

 

 

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

Speakers for Africa shall have the following specific objects:

a) To mobilize resources and establish educational opportunities for vulnerable children

b) To ensure that children are safe, healthy and protected at school with a reliable

facility in which to learn

c) To facilitate leadership and teamwork with sports activities and healthy competition

d) To support community-led initiatives using sustainable technologies to enhance

development

Objectives

Our Vision

Speakers for Africa provides necessary school supplies, financial assistance and facilities to primary and secondary students and schools in need throughout Uganda. Its goal is to augment, not replace, an institution's curriculum with effective learning instruments, while also providing access to team sports activities, music and dance.

Meet Our Board Members

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Peyton Thomas

Executive Director

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Bright Onak

Communications

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Penny Randell

Co-Founder

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Moses Walusimbi

Membership  Outreach

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John Gitta

Regional Director

Tasha Mirembe

Tasha 

Mirembe

Compliance Officer

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Lee Pulliam

Treasurer

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Erin Sudmalis

Development Officer

Erin has a diverse 25-year background in executive leadership, business ownership, and organizational management. Erin has been an Evergreen resident for Over 20 years and loves the outdoor mountain lifestyle. Erin has a Master's in Healthcare in Healthcare Leadership. Erin has a love for travel, culture, animals, community, music and connection.

A message from John Gitta

Co-Chairman and Regional Director, Uganda 

A message from Bright Onak

Communications Director, Uganda 

Officers

Speakers for Africa’s officers, or trench managers, play a key role in connecting with the community. They host discussions, amplify local voices, and highlight available resources and needs. By sharing Ugandans' insights, they help bridge the gap between Uganda and the Western world.

Speakers for Africa Rack cards and promotional material for Back to School Uganda Fundraiser August 31st at Cactus Jack's
Speakers for Africa Rack cards and promotional material for Back to School Uganda Fundraiser August 31st at Cactus Jack's
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Speakers for Africa Penny and Peyton Working

Peyton Thomas and Penny Randell working at Mosa Court, Kampala, Uganda

Write up

It was 1997 when my son, Peyton, and I moved to Kampala, Uganda for me to work on my master's in animal behavior. However, I was rapidly taken by the people and they soon became the focus of my attention. We immersed ourselves in their culture and practiced their efforts regarding survival, as we continued to live there for three years. Since then, we have returned multiple times and maintained a close relationship with the people. The individuals and families we are involved in are desperately poor, yet the happiest people we have ever met. After exploring the country, plus most of East Africa, we have established a safe place to dwell, which enables us to extend a quality understanding of their needs.  Our understanding of these people has led us to the establishment of a legitimate pathway of assistance. Speakers for Africa was created in 2020 and has already proven its value. Our non-profit has successfully seen two fundraisers that have addressed the overwhelming hunger of children. In 2021 we delivered enough millet to feed an entire school. After that, we took seeds to the school and taught the students how to plant them. Our organization continues these valuable endeavors, as we reach out to those who can make this happen. Unlike many NGOs, every penny spent can be followed. Those who have donated are pleased with the results, which allow us to continue to service children in need. This one-of-a-kind non-profit shall make every effort to assist the children who attend school only when nourishment is available. At present, we are beginning a new campaign for the many children at Uganda Youth Aid Primary and Nursery School. Because there is food in their village, these kids are reluctant to leave. When a meal is promised at school they attend. It only takes $600 of millet to feed the children for an entire term. This money also purchases beans that are a must with children. As already said, donated money can be followed by givers. We do not access the money from this end, for we have people on the ground in Kampala. Too, both Peyton and I will be returning to our beloved second home in the fall. At that time, we will make an effort to supply food to more schools. Speakers for Africa is well-equipped with dedicated workers. Together we can assist these needy children. We can not make these valuable efforts without your help. When you see the contented and happy faces we add to Facebook and our website (speakers for africa.com), you should have a happy face, too. These kids are so grateful, which energizes our doings and makes all our efforts a success.

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