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Who established Kica Transforms Ministry?
Kica Transforms Ministry was established by Pastor Nelson Okello in response to the great need and vulnerability of communities in Northern Uganda.
What is the goal of Kica Transforms Ministry?
The goal of Kica Transforms Ministry is to transform communities by reflecting the mercy of God .
What is the history of Kica Transforms Ministry?
Kica Transforms Ministry was established in 2015 by Pastor Nelson Okello after leaving ALARM Uganda where he had served as country Director for over 10 years. The organization was founded with the belief that community problems are sometimes a reflection of poor leadership skills, especially in post-conflict areas such as Northern Uganda. The targeted area recently emerged from war and still suffers the effect of war on its population. Some of these effects are social, economic, and health-related. With all these community challenges in Northern Uganda, it was eminent that an entity is formed to respond to the needs on the ground and thus the birth of Kica Transforms Ministry in 2015 with the vision of Transforming Societies for Development.
What are some of the challenges faced by the communities in Northern Uganda?
The communities in Northern Uganda face several challenges, including trauma arising from previous war experiences, lack of livelihood sources, high poverty rates coupled with low education enrollment, high school dropouts, high teenage pregnancy rate, high HIV rates, limited access to clean water, and sanitation.