Stephen Sempande-Uganda
Occupation/Title
Founder and Chairman, Board of Directors of SHED (a registered charity organization)
Country of Origin
Uganda
Summary/About Me
Stephen Sempande is the Founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors at SHED, a registered charity organization dedicated to uplifting the livelihoods of vulnerable children and youth by addressing various factors that hinder their development. His leadership and dedication to social causes have significantly impacted community-based peacebuilding and gender-based violence prevention in Uganda.
Areas of Expertise
- Community Development
- Vulnerable Children and Youth Support
- Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention and Response
- Community-Based Mediation
Professional Experience
- Founder and Chairman of SHED, focusing on the development of vulnerable children and youth
- Extensive experience in training and community engagement
Key Initiatives
- Training and Commissioning Peace Monitors in GBV Prevention: Stephen’s Social Change Initiative centered on training and commissioning Peace Monitors in Kalangala District. He conducted a two-day training where Peace Monitors were equipped with basic legal knowledge in GBV prevention, access to justice concepts, referral pathways, and interactive dialogue techniques to address the root causes of GBV within their communities.
Skills
- Community Leadership and Development
- GBV Prevention and Response Training
- Legal Knowledge in Community-Based Mediation
- Program Development and Implementation
- Advocacy for Vulnerable Populations
Stephen Sempande’s commitment to addressing gender-based violence and uplifting vulnerable communities underscores his role as a transformative leader. Through his work with SHED, he continues to foster peace and development, ensuring that vulnerable children and youth have the support and opportunities they need to thrive.