The Sisterhood Chain International
Small grants and strategic support for grassroots groups working to promote justice, equality and community transformation.
A world where young women and youths have the resources, power and solidarity they need to lead transformative change in their communities.
To provide small grants and strategic support to grassroots groups, and to amplify the leadership of young women and youths working to promote justice, equality and community transformation.
Power, creativity and courage to transform communities.
Support rooted in empathy, care and shared struggle.
Access for all regardless of background or identity.
Transparency, integrity and real impact.
Solutions led by communities themselves.
Simple and flexible processes without barriers.
Bold ideas and fearless activism in challenging contexts.
Norah KobusingyeNorah Kobusingye is the Founder and Executive Director of Sisterhood Chain International, providing overall strategic direction, coordination and leadership of the organization. She leads resource mobilization, institutional development and supports the design of programs and grant-making initiatives. She works collaboratively with the leadership team to guide the organization’s growth, partnerships and impact at national, regional and international levels.
Praise Aloikin OpolojePraise Aloikin Opoloje is a Co-Founder of Sisterhood Chain International and leads legal, programs and operations. She supports the development of organizational policies, compliance structures and grant frameworks while also coordinating program implementation and internal operations. She works closely with the Executive Director in decision making, planning and execution of organizational activities.
Faith GundaFaith Gunda is a Co-Founder of Sisterhood Chain International and leads partnerships, research and regional coordination. She supports organizational growth through building networks, strengthening collaborations and contributing to research and documentation. She plays a key role in expanding the organization’s presence and supporting outreach and engagement across regions. She works closely with the Executive Director in decision making, planning and execution of organizational activities.
All roles are currently voluntary, with honoraria planned once the fund secures sustainable financing.
Grant size ranges from $200 to $1,500.
Applications are reviewed monthly on a rolling basis. The application deadline is the last day of each month, decisions are communicated on the 15th of the following month, and grant disbursement takes place within one week of the decision.
Submit a simple two-page proposal via email or a brief online form.
Applications are reviewed by a committee comprising young women activists and grassroots leaders.
Decisions are communicated within two weeks of the monthly deadline.
Successful applicants receive 70% of the grant upfront, with the remaining 30% released upon submission of the final report.
Submit a simple two-page proposal via email or a brief online form.
Applications are reviewed by a committee comprising young women activists and grassroots leaders.
Decisions are communicated within two weeks of the monthly deadline.
Successful applicants receive 70% of the grant upfront, with the remaining 30% released upon submission of the final report.
Last year, the Sisterhood Chain team rescued Nakirija, a widow and single mother of eight from police custody after she had spent more than 48 hours detained following a wrangle at Wandegeya Police Station.
