FAPAD is a duly registered, donor-supported, non-governmental organization (NGO) that was established in 2004 in response to a dire human rights crisis in northern Uganda. Co-founded by Eunice Apio, Joy Acen and Fred Ebil, FAPAD aimed to address the crisis by mobilizing local voices and investing in local solutions. The organization's initial goals were to combat impunity and improve livelihoods while highlighting the key issues that perpetuate women's poverty, including limited decision-making power, lack of access to justice resources and widespread ignorance of their rights.
Our mission is to empower individuals and communities as change catalysts by harnessing personal and collective resources. We create sustainable solutions, promoting well-being and resilience through collaboration, propelling people toward brighter futures and overall well-being.
We have strong faith in people and communities to enact positive change in their lives and surroundings. Through close collaboration with individuals and groups, we aim to unleash their inherent strengths, fostering ownership, resilience, and self-empowerment for those we assist.
FAPAD values contextual awareness, recognizing the significance of social, cultural, economic, and ecological factors in individuals' and communities' environments. We customize programs to align with their unique needs and aspirations, ensuring effective and meaningful interventions.
Our comprehensive services and support systems address diverse challenges and promote overall well-being. This includes education, skill-building, health, nutrition, livelihood, psychosocial support, and community development programs, ensuring holistic empowerment and growth.
We prioritize sustainable, long-term solutions, empowering individuals and communities to independently manage challenges. Local ownership, leadership, cultural sensitivity, and respect for local knowledge guide our interventions, fostering lasting resilience and self-sufficiency.
We collaborate with governments, local organizations, businesses, and academic institutions to pool resources and expertise. Through these partnerships and networks, we strive for a wider-reaching impact, enabling systemic change that extends beyond individual beneficiaries.