About RISAE
Realizing Individual Strength and Empowerment — building capable people and sustainable communities.
Our Story
RISAE is a community-focused organization based in Kisoro District, Uganda. We work with youth, women and communities to strengthen skills, create opportunities, improve education and support environmental conservation.
Our work is grounded in local participation, collaboration and practical initiatives that help communities become more resilient.
Our Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission
To empower youth and women and improve educational opportunities through skills development, literacy, entrepreneurship, mentorship and community mobilisation.
Our Vision
A skilled, empowered and educated community with opportunities for sustainable livelihoods.
Inclusion
Promoting access to education and learning opportunities for community members.
Community Engagement
Working together with local people and partners to address shared challenges.
Our Objectives
- Reduce unemployment among youth and women through skills development and livelihood initiatives.
- Promote literacy, education and access to learning opportunities.
- Provide mentorship, career guidance and life-skills development for young people.
- Support women- and youth-led income-generating and entrepreneurial initiatives.
- Mobilise communities and stakeholders to address social challenges.
- Build partnerships with schools, government institutions and development partners.
- Link vulnerable youth and women to education, training, employment and livelihood opportunities.