Our work in Uganda is led by local teams who know the children, families and communities personally. They coordinate our programmes and oversee day-to-day activities across Kampala and Jinja. Their roles are locally managed and paid through our Ugandan CBOs.

A small international team supports fundraising, sponsorships, communications, partnerships and coordination between Uganda and Europe. Professional work is provided independently for limited contracted hours, with significant additional time contributed voluntarily.

In Kampala’s Acholi Quarter, the Shooting Stars CBO team brings our programmes to life. From teachers and cooks to coordinators and community leaders, they work closely with children, families and schools, bringing invaluable local knowledge and strong community relationships to everything we do.

In Jinja’s Danida community, the Shining Stars CBO team works directly with children and families. Deeply rooted in the community, they combine education, nutrition and mentorship with practical support that helps families build stronger futures.

22STARS Foundation is registered in the Netherlands and governed by a volunteer board overseeing governance, finances and compliance. The board works closely with our Ugandan leadership on strategy and major decisions. Board positions are unpaid, apart from limited volunteer allowances or expense reimbursements where applicable.