About Us

Who We Are

A Local Commitment to Lasting Transformation

Adome Lorika Foundation is a community-rooted development organization based in Moroto, Karamoja, Uganda.

We work to expand opportunities for children, young people and vulnerable communities through education, skills development, innovation, entrepreneurship, climate-resilient livelihoods and community wellbeing.

We believe Karamoja’s greatest asset is its people. Our work seeks to strengthen their capabilities, support community-led solutions and connect local needs with practical development opportunities.

We are committed to a future where individuals and families have greater opportunities to learn, earn, participate and thrive.

OUR VISION

A skilled, innovative and resilient Karamoja where every young person has the opportunity to learn, work, lead and contribute to community transformation.

OUR MISSION

A thriving, self-reliant and resilient Karamoja where every child has access to quality education, every young person has the opportunity to thrive, every household can sustain a dignified livelihood, and every community has the power to overcome poverty and build a prosperous future.

OUR PURPOSE

To invest in people, strengthen community resilience and promote practical solutions that contribute to the sustainable development of Moroto and the wider Karamoja region.

OUR CORE VALUES

INTEGRITY: We act honestly, ethically and transparently in all our work.
COMPASSION: We treat every person with dignity, empathy and respect.
ACCOUNTABILITY: We take responsibility for our decisions, resources and commitments to communities and partners.
INCLUSIVENESS: We promote equal opportunities and meaningful participation, particularly for vulnerable and underserved groups.
SUSTAINABILITY: We seek practical solutions that can create lasting benefits beyond individual projects.

HOW WE WORK

Community participation: We seek to understand local priorities and involve communities in identifying solutions.
Partnership: We work towards collaboration with local authorities, development organizations, businesses and community institutions.
Capacity building: We prioritize knowledge, skills and capabilities that help individuals and communities become more resilient.
Accountability: We aim to manage resources responsibly and document program activities and results.
Sustainability: We encourage approaches that strengthen local ownership and create lasting opportunities.
Learning and improvement: We seek to learn from implementation, community feedback and program results to improve our work.

Our Leadership

Adome Lorika Foundation is committed to responsible leadership, community engagement and accountable program implementation.

Our leadership and team work towards the Foundation’s mission by supporting program development, partnership building, resource mobilization and community-focused interventions.

We value collaboration with community representatives, technical professionals, government stakeholders and development partners.