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The Nation is Because We Are: Building the Capacity of Teachers for the Future of a Nation

December 11, 2025

The quality of the citizen of country depends on the education systems of that country. As Uganda adopts the Competency-Based Curriculum to match the 21st century skills, many teachers are trapped in the knowledge-Based curriculum that advocates for memorization instead

My Recess Journey: Growth Beyond the Classroom

October 20, 2025

At Busitema University, learning doesn’t end in lecture halls. My recess term at the university farm was a powerful reminder that education thrives in the field—where theory meets practice and passion meets purpose. Sponsored by Field of Hope, I had

My Experience in Uganda: Gracie Fisher

October 20, 2025

My experience in Uganda was far from what I expected, but it became a trip I will remember for my lifetime. I want to share my story about my journey to Uganda and my time with Field of Hope. I

Empowered to lead, grow, and transform: My journey with the Marshal Papworth Program 2025

October 20, 2025

Earlier this year, I was blessed with an incredible opportunity, thanks to Hands Around the World (a Field of Hope partner), in partnership with the Marshal Papworth Fund (MPF), to take part in the 2025 MPF short course program. What

Rooted in Uganda: Lessons in Agriculture and Connection

July 25, 2025

My time at Field of Hope this summer was nothing short of amazing. It was a long-awaited opportunity to experience Africa, and Uganda proved to be the perfect place. Field of Hope provided me with a space to immerse myself

Resource Mobilization Mastery: Crafting compelling Grant proposals for FOH

July 25, 2025

From April 9th to 11th, 2025, the Field of Hope team embarked on a comprehensive three-day training aimed at strengthening their skills in resource mobilization and grant management. Comprising five dedicated staff members, the training was meticulously designed to equip

Familiar

July 25, 2025

It feels like I’ve been here before. The caw of the rooster waking you up; The organized chaos of the traffic; The smell of dust is sweet to me. I can feel the Earth beneath my feet; I can see

How One Walk Brought Water to Three Villages

July 25, 2025

Let’s play a little game. Go to your sink. Turn the faucet on. Fill a glass. Now imagine if you had to walk six kilometers (about 3.7 miles) just to make that glass of water happen. Not once, but several

Welcomed with Warmth: My First Week in Uganda with Field of Hope

July 25, 2025

From the moment the plane landed in Uganda, I was amazed at the scenery. I was immediately met with a cool breeze complemented by lush greenery. I remember riding in the car and watching the bustling city life pass by

Lessons from the Road

June 24, 2025

Over the past three weeks, I’ve been fortunate to visit over a dozen of Field of Hope’s partner schools. Each visit has offered new insights, and I’ve been soaking up lessons everywhere I go. Here are just a few that

The Kindness of Ugandans

June 24, 2025

The story I want to share today is simple, but left a lasting impression on me – it is about holding hands. To many, holding hands may seem like a small, ordinary gesture. But in that moment, for me, it

Empowering Change: Insights from the Transformation Training Workshop

March 6, 2025

From February 2nd to 4th, 2025, Field of Hope participated in the Transformation Training Workshop at St. Gracious Palace Hotel in Lira. This impactful three-day event brought together over 60 participants from diverse sectors—NGOs, local government, education, health, business, and

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