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You are wondering. You are saying what is this again? Uganda New England Society. Yes, a society.
A do good organization. A not for profit organization. A platform to address some of the issues raised by Ugandans in USA and other parts of the world. We provide information, share narratives on experiences of settling in USA and do analysis to guide decision-making on the 27 issues listed below.
Yesterday, Omoding (not his real names) was walking down a major Boston down town street. We bumped into each other. He took me to a place where many Ugandans meet for a beer or two. Or where they meet to talk. I did introduce myself.
I asked whether the place was typically Ugandan-founded. I was told it was founded by Kenyans and Nigerians! I asked where one could find a Ugandan-American founded organization, project, business or after school Program? I was glad I found many. There were groceries, cosmetics' shops, money transfer services, shipping, second hand thrift shops, transport services, catering, tax services and health care services. I was told of the Radio Station in Boston. I now see dedication and after being around longer I do realize people are engaged in development initiatives. The mission of this short write up is to present 27 issues.
I have termed them the major issues that pain Ugandans in America? I do not want to say am the expert but I have moved about doing a silent observer research and listened in during conversations when Ugandans meet. I have read deeper into the obituaries of those who pass on. I also have tried to look into the areas where most Ugandans are engaged in work or employment.
Ugandan-Americans do have potential and do have so much to do to improve on our self determination. We need to ask our selves what are the most important questions facing us in USA.
Uganda New England Society blog attempts to give the narrative. This is where we want to ask the questions and see how we can help answer them ourselves.
The issues are many but synthesized them as follows:
1. Housing.
2. Employment
3. Spiritual growth and development
4. Insurance
5. Livelihood
6. Security
7. Citizenship
8. Child rearing
9. Positive parenting
10. Accountability
11. Taking stock of action and decisions
12. Decision-making
13. Associations
14. Conflict with law
15. Illnesses. sickness and health-care
16. Remittances
17. Social networks
18. Professionalism
19. Health Chronic illnesses, weight watching, nutrition and Aging
20. Treatment of your remains in case of death.
21. Asset building
22. Voluntarism
23. Subscription and membership to clubs or organizations
24. Vacations
25. Altruism and philanthropy
26. Social Media Start up Businesses
27. Cultural exhibitions and Gala
It is our hope we shall work together on answering these questions. Or we shall be able to address the issues head on. This list is not shared to blame anyone or poke a blaming finger. It has been raised to orient us towards a common direction.
Thank you.
A do good organization. A not for profit organization. A platform to address some of the issues raised by Ugandans in USA and other parts of the world. We provide information, share narratives on experiences of settling in USA and do analysis to guide decision-making on the 27 issues listed below.
Yesterday, Omoding (not his real names) was walking down a major Boston down town street. We bumped into each other. He took me to a place where many Ugandans meet for a beer or two. Or where they meet to talk. I did introduce myself.
I asked whether the place was typically Ugandan-founded. I was told it was founded by Kenyans and Nigerians! I asked where one could find a Ugandan-American founded organization, project, business or after school Program? I was glad I found many. There were groceries, cosmetics' shops, money transfer services, shipping, second hand thrift shops, transport services, catering, tax services and health care services. I was told of the Radio Station in Boston. I now see dedication and after being around longer I do realize people are engaged in development initiatives. The mission of this short write up is to present 27 issues.
I have termed them the major issues that pain Ugandans in America? I do not want to say am the expert but I have moved about doing a silent observer research and listened in during conversations when Ugandans meet. I have read deeper into the obituaries of those who pass on. I also have tried to look into the areas where most Ugandans are engaged in work or employment.
Ugandan-Americans do have potential and do have so much to do to improve on our self determination. We need to ask our selves what are the most important questions facing us in USA.
Uganda New England Society blog attempts to give the narrative. This is where we want to ask the questions and see how we can help answer them ourselves.
The issues are many but synthesized them as follows:
1. Housing.
2. Employment
3. Spiritual growth and development
4. Insurance
5. Livelihood
6. Security
7. Citizenship
8. Child rearing
9. Positive parenting
10. Accountability
11. Taking stock of action and decisions
12. Decision-making
13. Associations
14. Conflict with law
15. Illnesses. sickness and health-care
16. Remittances
17. Social networks
18. Professionalism
19. Health Chronic illnesses, weight watching, nutrition and Aging
20. Treatment of your remains in case of death.
21. Asset building
22. Voluntarism
23. Subscription and membership to clubs or organizations
24. Vacations
25. Altruism and philanthropy
26. Social Media Start up Businesses
27. Cultural exhibitions and Gala
It is our hope we shall work together on answering these questions. Or we shall be able to address the issues head on. This list is not shared to blame anyone or poke a blaming finger. It has been raised to orient us towards a common direction.
Thank you.
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