Alumna

Sophie Carol Wanyenze is a queer woman, a mother, and an unapologetic queer feminist. She is an LGBTQI+ activist, human rights activist, and a transformative leader. Carol holds a degree in Counselling Psychology, a Diploma in Crisis Management, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Programs Management. She is currently the…

Dear Akpara, I haven’t written to you because I feared my truth, Still watering the fruits, ignoring the root, The gongs got my head mute, Even the talking drum has gone mute, Sorry my prayers were no input, But our memories were cute, So cute I’m still holding strong,  …

The opportunity to attend the African Women’s Leadership Institute (AWLI) marked a fresh journey for me. It was definitely different from all the other trainings I have been a part of before. The first session we held on body and mind centered nourishment drew me closer to the beauty of…

        Tell us about yourself and what you do. I am a Ugandan professional accountant who practiced for 16 years before founding the Nasirumbi Foundation, a non-profit organization seeking to transform the lives of people with disabilities in Uganda. I do this work through promoting initiatives that…

In the past, every time I heard about feminism, I would imagine a rude woman who went about ridiculing men and setting things on fire. However, I have come to learn that being a feminist means being the kind of person who cares that women are treated right and given…

Before the African Women’s Leadership Institute, I thought I had figured out who I was, where I was going, and what I wanted to be; I was wrong. I have since discovered a lot about myself. I recognized my values, strengths, goals and aspirations, as well as worked out my…

Joining the Feminist and Transformational Leadership Fellowship was a dream come true. I have always wanted to be part of the African Women’s Leadership Institute (AWLI) to improve my feminist leadership and access more opportunities. I am extremely pleased that Akina Mama wa Afrika made this possible.   Read more... (251…

Earlier this year, I went through some tough moments that partly led me to a place of deep self-doubt. I became very vulnerable and dependent on a friend for my sustenance. So on a very hot afternoon, as I sipped on a glass of pot water that tasted like heaven,…

We are featuring human centered stories, poems and critical analyses on how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected alumnae of our African Women’s Leadership Institute.  We encourage you to explore a diversity of topics including but not limited to; the economy, sexual and reproductive health and rights, mental health, violence in…

“What does it mean to be an effective feminist leader?” This was one of the questions asked and answered many times over at the TuWezeshe young women’s leadership retreat hosted by Akina Mama wa Afrika on behalf of the TuWezeshe Akina Dada Africa-UK Young Women’s Leadership and Empowerment Movement in…