Our Journey
The Roots Story
I never chose to become a refugee. Conflict in my home country forced me to flee with nothing but hope and determination. I arrived at Nakivale Refugee Camp in Uganda ~ one of the oldest and largest refugee settlements in Africa ~ and began rebuilding from zero.
"Ubuntu ~ I am because we are. My success is tied to the success of my community."
In the camp, I saw something powerful: communities supporting each other despite having almost nothing. That spirit inspired The Roots Organization ~ a grassroots initiative to help refugee families become self-sufficient through skills training, small business support, and community building.
Every setback has only deepened my resolve. In November 2024, we faced significant challenges that set us back. But like the roots of a tree, we grow stronger underground before we rise. With your support, we're rebuilding bigger and better than before.
The Roots is more than an organization ~ it's a family. And we invite you to be part of it.
