Daughters and Widows of Hope Ministries (DWHM) was founded in 2020 by Jean Peace Nakiyingi who agreed to work together with other people to rescue the Socially Vulnerable Girl-Children and Widows since they all had the same aims and objectives.
The members decided to form a united stand in order to rescue the hurting situation of the vulnerable girl- children and widows without a comforter by helping them find ways that would meet their basic needs.
Before the formation of this organization, the Idea Originator had helped many vulnerable girl-children in different schools concentrating on academics only. In 2022, was registered with Buyende District Non-Governmental Organizations Monitoring Commitee as a Community Based Organization (CBO) under Registration Number BUY/1065. DWHM CBO operates in the whole district of Buyende with its base in Kagulu Sub-county.
Founder’s Story
Jeanpeace Nakiyingi is the founder and CEO of daughters and widows of hope ministries based in ,Kabukye village, Kagulu subcounty ,Buyende district. She is married to Mr Murugayo Ronald and together they have three, a daughter and two sons. Her inspiration to start this ministry was derived from her love for God and his people.
Born to Mr & Mrs James Jamada Kiyingi in a remote, poverty stricken village in Kamuli district Busoga sub region, 200 miles East of Kampala.
Having known the Lord at an early age and served faithfully, she believed God would use her transform the social economic plight of her people from abject poverty. And it is so, through her talent as a gospel artiste and charity work, she has ministered hope and love from the east to the west and north to south of Uganda. Her music is predominantly a pile of life testimonies and faithfulness of her God present with nuggets of wisdom specifically for the girl child. Through her unique voice, is an echo to listeners to find life, prosperity and honour through love afforded through Christ Jesus. Jean peace has kept her life pure for God with a good Name among gospel artistes and appreciated across the divide. ministering through widows retreats, concerts, charity, praise Rallies and crusades.
Our Vision is to be the most performing centre for reconstructing the lives of the Poor and vulnerable Girl-children and widows in Uganda.
Our Objectives
Promoting programmes that eradicate poverty, ignorance and diseases among vulnerable girls and women.
Promoting gender equality among girls and women
Promoting reproductive health services to the communities served.
Empowering and supporting women to access antenatal services.
Promoting Sanitation and Hygiene in communities
To partner with NGOs and Government to promote development programmes in communities.
OUR TEAM
Our team is the secret to our success. Everyone on our team is committed to the organization and it is what makes Daughters and Widows of Hope the right organization for girls and women.
Jean Peace
Executive Director
She is so passionate about ministry and has a heart for the hurt. Jean Peace combines her musical talent with love for humanity to bring hope to the hopeless.
Pr.Justine Nabbosa
Co-Founder
Her passion for Christ and her musical talent are undeniable. She seats on the pastoral board at the Worship House. She is also worship leader and CEO Girl Champion.
Judith Akayo
Human Resource Manager
She is a kind person and has passion for supporting vulnerable women and girls. She has a degree in Human Resource Management and experience working as HR at the Worship House.
Pr.Philemon Wafula
Administrator
He is a man of all seasons dedicated to helping out the vulnerable women, children and people with disabilities.
Kyosimire Naome
Field Coordinator
Naome is sometimes called Kamanda. She is good at coordinating activities and she is puntual. She also has passion for counselling widows and vulnerable children.
Pr. Jacob Ssewumulu Salongo
Head of Communications
Jacob is so passionate about serving God and fellow men. He is defined by his love for ministry, media and love for humanity.
Pr.Joseph Mukwano
Public Relations Manager
He is a man of all seasons dedicated to helping out the vulnerable women, children and people with disabilities. His love for humanity and serving God enables him to do this task with love and passion.
OUR BOARD
Our Board team is the secret to our success. Everyone on our team is committed to the organization and it is what makes Daughters and Widows of Hope the right organization for girls and women.
Mrs. Kiyingi Tapenensi
Board Member
Shee is a retired midwife. She is the founder of Joy medical centre-Buyende Kabukye
Prima Kwagala
Board Member
Prima is the Executive Director of Women Pro bono Initiative. She is so passionate about women empowerment and gender issues.
Jesse Kiyingi
Board Member
Jesse is an ambitious person who loves venturing into new opportunities. He has passion for young people most especially vulnerable youth and women.
Jonathan Babala
Board Member
Jonathan is a gospel artist and a mentor to many young people. He is so passionate about youth empowerment through creative arts.
Ronald Murugayo
Board Member
Ronald is a gospel artist and a businessman mentor to. He is so passionate about charity work and empowering vulnerable youth and women and girls.
How can we help you achieve your dream?
If you are interested in finding out how this organization can help you through Volunteering, Fundraising, or training in life skills, get in touch with us today.