Dear Team, Partners, and Community Members,
As we approach the end of 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on our journey over the past year and share our aspirations for 2026. This year has been pivotal for the Coterie Development Initiative (CDI) as we have made significant strides towards our mission of empowering communities and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In 2025, we successfully implemented our Accelerated Collective Action (ACA) approach, mobilizing communities to take charge of their development. We witnessed remarkable achievements, from enhancing food security through sustainable agricultural practices to empowering women and youth with leadership skills and vocational training. Our commitment to inclusivity has allowed us to reach over 20,000 lives across Uganda, making tangible impacts in health, education, and economic empowerment.
As we enter 2026, our focus will be on scaling these successes. We aim to expand our ACA programs into five new communities, train 5,000 women and youth, and strengthen our partnerships with local governments to ensure that community-led initiatives are embedded in policy frameworks. Our fundraising efforts will also intensify, targeting $100,000 to support these ambitious goals.
Together, let us continue to foster creativity, innovation, and participation in our communities. I am grateful for your dedication and hard work, and I look forward to what we can achieve together in the coming year.
Wishing you all a prosperous and impactful 2026!
Warm regards,
DAISY OWOMUGASHO (PHD)
