I met Sherina Munyana in 2011, and from the beginning, we shared a deep belief that communities thrive when they are the architects of their development. When I founded Africa Development Promise in 2014, Sherina became our Country Director in Uganda, leading with a deep understanding of the local context. Later, she transitioned into an advisory board role to focus on growing her own business, but she continued to stay connected and engaged with the evolution of our work.

As our vocational training programs expanded and demand grew, it became clear that the next step was to localize our efforts fully. We envisioned a model that could respond quickly and authentically to local needs, one that was rooted in the community and led by the community. That vision is now a reality with the launch of ADP Impact Hub—a locally led social enterprise born out of our shared commitment to empowerment through skills, opportunity, and entrepreneurship.

I'm deeply grateful to the Board of Directors of Africa Development Promise for believing in this next phase and for their unwavering support as we chart a new path rooted in local leadership and long-term sustainability.