“ Umoja is a living ecosystem of impact communities , change-makers, and locally-led projects that regenerate communities and grow leaders as they do. We connect leaders to people, practices, and tools, for their communities to grow. ”
A Founders’ Letter
Founded on a shared vision that began when we first met in 2022, this organization has grown over the years through the dedication, trust, and contributions of many.
As we move forward, we return to the core purpose that first brought this work to life: to serve our communities with care, respect and long-term commitment. From this year onward, we will jointly lead the organization’s strategic and operational direction, focused on what we know is possible when communities are supported to grow on their own terms.
We remain committed to delivering our mission with integrity, accountability, and a deep sense of responsibility to the people we work alongside.
Joseph Eugen Mbowe
Co-founder. Executive Director UMHO & EVCO
Sara Stojkanović
Co-founder. Strategic Advisor, Operations
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A world in which East African communities are able to regrow themselves from the inside out.
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We connect leaders to the people, practices, and tools they need for their communities to grow.
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Agency
Community Leadership
Regeneration
Mutualism
Umoja’s Legacy Projects