About Us
Who We Are
We are a non-governmental organization working in the East African Region to promote social change. We have existed since 2008. In Uganda, our operations are in Karamoja region (Moroto, Nakapiripirit, Amudat), eastern region (Mbale, Sironko, Bulambuli, Iganga), central Uganda (Buikwe, Kampala) and Western region (Kikuube and Kabarole).
Nascent RDO-U aims to achieve social justice for underserved people, especially children and youth. Our work is guided by principles that include the primacy of human and living rights, social justice and inclusion, critically reflexive practice, community engagement, integrity and living consciously with the environment.
Research is a crucial component of our work and an avenue through which we seek to provide evidence-based practice on how local perspectives play a key role in sustainable development. We aim to highlight the nexus between theory and practice underscoring how research and practice are not dichotomous but strengthen each other. Young people are owners of essential knowledge, and research should not just be about them but with them. When it comes to understanding the needs and perspectives of young people, a peer-to-peer-oriented approach in research is our niche.
Our Values
PRIMACY OF HUMAN RIGHTS AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
We consider human rights and social justice as critical to human dignity. We respect the rights of all people particularly the children and youth who are our primary stakeholders. We recognise the rights of all who work for and with us and strive to ensure that their rights are protected at all times.
MUTUAL ACCOUNTABILITY
We are answerable, responsible and liable for our actions and decisions to our stakeholders and partners. We are open in our interactions and dealings with each other and with those we serve. We value constructive feedback on our work. We ensure regular and open communication partners and stakeholders.
INTEGRITY
we are honest in our dealings in what we say and do. We do what we know to be right in all circumstances, adhering to the highest ethical standards in all official obligations and personal conduct. We honour our commitments and take full responsibility for our actions.
CRITICALLY REFLEXIVE PRACTICE
We always reflect on our work and the impact our actions have on other people. We are open to self-critique in order to learn from what we do.
PARTNERSHIP
We recognise the need to work with others to achieve our goals. We strive to create and nurture mutually respectful partnerships with our funding partners, government, civil society and the private sector.
Transformed lives of underserved children and youth.
We strive to positively impact the lives of underserved children and youth through evidence based development practice that appreciates local knowledge and resources.