OUR TEAM

Audrey Kanyesigye

Director

Audrey Kanyesigye joined Just Like My Child Foundation as a founding member of the Uganda based organization in 2011 and every day since she has been working tirelessly with our partners in Uganda and mobilizing communities to implement the Girl Power Project® in Central Uganda. Audrey is a highly respected individual with phenomenal communication, diplomacy, integrity, and leadership skills.

With a background in development studies, and a masters in project planning and NGO / CBO management, Audrey has dedicated her passion and energy into piloting and implementing tailor-made community led interventions and approaches for the empowerment of adolescent girls alongside a myriad of stakeholders both locally and internationally.

Having grown up in a safe and encouraging home with her siblings and parents, Audrey says one of her greatest challenges is coming to terms with the harsh realities in the rural communities of her country where young girls are still dropping out of school and being forced into marriage because their families cannot afford nor prioritize education. She is proud to be leading an organization that is dedicated to positive and lasting change in communities that have difficult pasts and social norms that continue to hinder the realization of gender equality.

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Janat Nakigudde

Program Coordinator

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Flavia Alimo

Program Officer

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Agnes Achom

Program Officer

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Ellen Nabweteme

Office Manager

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Interns

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Tobby Ogwang

Lead Driver

Our Board of Directors

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Beatrice Akwang

Beatrice is an Educator and has over 20 years’ experience as tutor for teachers in the primary schools in Luwero District. She holds a master’s degree in education specializing in Early Childhood learning from Kyambogo University. Her passion for education can be seen in all her engagements. She is committed to promoting educational equity and ensuring that every child has access to quality education. Her vision aligns perfectly with JLMC's mission to empower vulnerable adolescent girls and create a brighter future for their communities as she believes in the transformative power of education and is dedicated to supporting initiatives that help students realize their full potential. 

Chairperson
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Faith Katusiime

Faith holds a law degree and works as a Legal Associate/Administrator at GUMTWERO & Co. Advocates. She has extensive experience in empowering adolescent girls and protecting their rights. Faith is committed to resource mobilization, legal sensitization, and advocating for the rights of adolescent girls. She believes in the power of teamwork to achieve organizational goals.

Vice Chairperson

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Member

Anna Akite

Anna is a social worker and Chief Cashier at Bishop Caesar Asili Hospital with a background in social work and accounting. She is dedicated to empowering adolescents to complete their education and become independent. Anna is eager to contribute to JLMC by leveraging her experience in community engagement and empowerment.

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Sister Ernestine Akulu

Sr. Ernestine a Nurse by profession, holds a master’s degree in Health Sciences Management and works as an Administrator at Bishop Caeser Asili Memorial Hospital. She is one of the founding members of JLMC and continues to offer immeasurable support and insights on adolescent health. For over 20 years, she has passionately run the health facility from a Centre II level to what it has become today, a hospital serving thousands of people in the central region of Uganda. She has extensive experience in implementing adolescent programs at the hospital and in the communities in form of outreaches and clinic days.

Advisory Member

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Dr. Jude Mutebi

Dr. Mutebi is the doctor in-charge at Nakasongola Hospital with 15 years of experience in maternal and child health. He is passionate about empowering adolescent girls to break the cycle of high maternal and infant mortality. He envisions a society where women can achieve their full potential and contribute meaningfully to their families and communities.

Member

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Member

Lydia Acen

Lydia is a nurse educator at Alice Anume Memorial School of Nursing and Midwifery, where she also serves as a board member. She holds a bachelor's degree in nursing and a postgraduate diploma in Nursing Education. Lydia is passionate about empowering adolescent girls through education and health initiatives.