— Lydia Mwesigwa, ED - TDF
— David Mwesigwa, Director - TDF
ED Lydia with Miss Uganda at Sheraton Hotel - Kampala
History of TDF
+ Founded Men of Destiny -
Lesotho, S.Africa
+ Boys to Men - helping addicts
& wayward youths
+ Lydia - Honorary Consul of Uganda to Lesotho
+ Lydia - Membership Development at CBWA, Commonwealth Business Women - Africa Chapter.
+ Talk at Univ of Toronto, Canada
+ Collaborated with Kingdom
of Zwide on boy-child
+ 2024 Jul: Registered TDF in Uganda, East Africa
— Timeline of TDF
History of TDF
The Tibasingurwa Development Foundation (TDF) is committed to driving progress and development in our community through targeted projects. We believe that by investing in people and providing them with the tools to succeed, we can build a brighter, more sustainable future for all.
The Name 'Tibasingurwa' is the Rutooro word for "overcomer"; someone with a determination to overcome all manner of challenges and barriers in their way. We are a registered non-profit, non-partisan organisation serving in Uganda as a Company Limited by Guarantee based under URSB - Uganda Registration Services Bureau (#80034514195976) in 2024.
Brief history and Background: The original idea started while founders (Lydia and David Mwesigwa) were working in Lesotho - Southern Africa in another organisation that they started, called Men of Destiny - Lesotho. It is still running under the care of the Executive Committee there. When they returned from the diaspora, they decided to set up shop in the quiet rural town of Katooke in Kyenjojo District (Western Uganda).
- Our Core Values include:
- Diplomacy - connecting communities to other communities
- Integrity - walk the talk; clients love trustworthy people.
- Strategic - plan for the long term, not just short-term.
- Honour - we value people and accord them the respect due them.
'Tibasingurwa' is Rutooro for "overcomer"; a determination to overcome the challenges and barriers that life throws at you.” — Our Name
TDF is an indigenous organisation that seeks to link up communities across borders & social classes.
Tibasingurwa Development Foundation (TDF) links up communities across borders & social class. TDF is committed to driving progress & development through environmental conservation, agriculture, and empowerment. By investing in people and providing them with the tools to succeed, we can build a better, brighter, sustainable future for all.
- Diplomacy 3 states
- Speaking Engagements 100+
- Partnerships 37+
- Events Attended 18+
Value Statements
We aim to be a catalyst for positive change, sustainable practices and social economic, and environmental well-being.
- Goal:to empower communities through education, resources, and opportunities for self-reliance.
- Vision:an empowered communities where individuals have skills, knowledge, & resources to thrive.
- Mission: fostering sustainable community developmt
- Approach: education, environment & efficiency.
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Aims & Objectives
Lydia Mwesigwa, Aug 2024
We are dedicated to uplifting communities by providing education, resources, and opportunities for self-sufficiency and growth.
Working with Local Police
Boys outreach in Lesotho
Counselling boys
Boys on the road
Key Projects and Initiatives:
AAB, Agric & AgriBusiness:
+ Model Mother Farm
+ Livestock Rearing
BMM, Boys to Men Mentorshp
(Project Uplift Uganda):
+ Mentorship & Guidance
+ Life Skills Training
CAE,Conserve& AgroEcology
+ Sustainable farmg techniques
+ Environmental Conservation
+ Skilling Center
DPA, Developt Partnerships:
+ Governments
+ Corporates
+ Kingdoms
EAL, Empower & Livelihood:
+ Farmer Groups
+ Youth Groups
+ SACCOs
FEC, Farmer Ed. & Certificatn:
+ Train and Certify
+ Start-Up Support
—Key Projects and Initiatives
Our organisation TDF, has a number of objectives that it promises in serving the local community:
- AAB, Agriculture & Agri-Business:
- Support Livestock Rearing for small farmer groups to enhance livestock rearing practices.
- Develop Model Farms to demonstrate best practices in agriculture.
- BMM, Boys to Men Mentorship:
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BMM supports young men in their transition to adulthood by providing guidance, life skills training, and positive role models.
- Mentorship & Guidance
- Life Skills Training
- CAE, Conservation & Agro-Ecology:
- Promote sustainable farming practices and conservation practices to protect and enhance natural resources.
- Raise Environmental Awareness on the importance of environmental stewardship and conservation.
- DPA, Development Partnerships: We foster Entrepreneurship within the community, starting in the agricultural sector.
- We are working to support Local Governments to connect across national borders
- Corporates: The companies are also included, both for-profit (business) and not-for profit.
- Kingdoms: Since Africans are very culturally connected, we are engaging the Cultural Associations.
- EAL, Empowerment & Livelihood:
- Skilling and Capacity Building in agriculture, horticulture and animal husbandry.
- Support Community Groups to strengthen community ties and promote collective growth.
- Enhance Livelihoods of community members.
- FEC, Farmer Education & Certification:
- Monthly Training Programs on various topics.
- Certification and Start-Up Support to establish successful agricultural ventures.
It is the older bird that
teaches the younger one how to fly"
African Proverb
Creating Shared Value
In the bid to serve the vulnerable communities, we integrate farming and inspirational talks.
Soup Kitchen Service
Juvenile Project
Partners
+ Geneina Investments
+ Kingdom of Zwide
+ Mwesigwa Farm
—Partners & Collaborations
Value Added Services: Our diverse range of projects spread across the social spectrum includes:
- tree planting
- food donations
- work placements
- farmer education
- inspirational talks
- counselling sessions
Value Chain: We collaborate with a series of stakeholders as partners in the business of community development as we execute our mandate as in...
- CBW Africa, Commonwealth BusinessWomen - Africa
- Katooke Dairy Cooperative
- Naguru Remand Home
- Rotary International
- Geneina Investments
We mentor the boy-child, find positive role models, provide counselling, share knowledge and make community connections." Our Shared Value
TDF Strategies
Strategies for Community Outreach
agriculture
championing good farming practices
+ animal husbandry
+ feeds: sillage
+ post harvest handling
boy-child
transitions from childhood to citizenship
+ life skills training
+ sports engagements
+ exemplary role models
connections
between different people
+ farming communities
+ cultures and kingdoms
+ corporates: business and CSOs.
Team: leadership & governance
TDF Board guides the operations of the organisation.
Team
Dream Team
+ ED
+ Chair
+ Secretary
+ Treasurer
+ Mobiliser
—Dream Team
Leadership: Profiles of key executives are being developed to include: their roles, responsibilities and experience as in: Founder/ED, Deputy Director, Secretary, Mobiliser and Members
Corporate Structure: TDF includes a Board of Directors headed by Chairman David Mwesigwa and Management Secretariat managed by Executive Director Lydia Mwesigwa. Projects like the Dairy Farm.
The teeth that are together can bite the meat"
Buganda Proverb
Ready to Support
Tibasingurwa Development Foundation (TDF)
+256 784 299400, hello (at) tibasingurwa (dot) org