Compassion for the Disabled Uganda is a journalism driven advocacy organization founded by journalist Mugabi Gabriel. The organization is built on ethical journalism and human centered storytelling as tools for social transformation.
Unlike traditional service delivery organizations, CFD is storytelling driven and media-powered. Persons with disabilities are placed at the center of their own narratives, speaking for themselves about their challenges, aspirations, talents, and achievements.
Storytelling Program
Overview
This program empowers people living with disabilities in Uganda to share their personal stories, highlighting challenges, achievements, and experiences. Each story ends with a Thanksgiving message where participants express gratitude for positive moments in their journey.
Needs Identification
Stories are used to identify the specific needs and challenges of each participant. A representative documents these needs, which are then reviewed and approved by the Active Director, ensuring that every story informs actionable support.
Passionate And Experienced
Meet our Board of Directors
January 2026 – Present
Mr. Godfrey Kasenke
Chairperson ( Disabled )
Responsible for legal guidance, governance oversight, and strategic leadership
MR. BAZIRASA JOHN –
Disability rights representative ( Disabled )
Represents the interests and perspectives of persons with disabilities
MR. DDUNGU JAMES
– Community Advocacy representative ( Disabled)
Supports community mobilisation.
Ms. REBECCA NAKANDE
Secretary of the Board ( Disabled )
Oversees governance documentation, compliance records, and board coordination.
Our Team
MANAGEMENT.
MUGABI GABRIEL – Journalist
Executive Director
Strategic coordination, advocacy oversight, partnerships, donor engagement, and media leadership.
NILWAMANYA MOSES
Liaison officer
Community mobilisation, stakeholder engagement, and field coordination.
ATUHAIRE LEOCARDIA ( Disabled )
Disability Inclusion Representative.
Inclusion support, disability participation, and safeguarding guidance.
Ms. HARRIET NAMAGEMBE ( Disabled )
Administrative Secretary.
Administration, records management, communication, and scheduling.
Ms. KYOMUKAMA NAOME ( Disabled)
Finance & Administration Officer.
Financial management, reporting, bookkeeping, and accountability.
MR. GODFREY SSEMWANGA
Media Monitoring & Reporting Officer
Media tracking, audience engagement monitoring, and reporting.
Mr. BUYINZA MICHAEL – JOURNALIST
Video Editor & Content Producer.
Story editing, documentary production, and digital content preparation.