Empowering Communities Across Africa

Join us in fostering inclusive decision-making for marginalized populations through participatory research and advocacy.

ABOUT PARPACA

The Participatory Action Research and Policy Advocacy Center Africa (PARPACA) is a registered Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) Think Tank in Uganda, with operations across Africa through its regional representatives. We specialize in participatory action research, policy advocacy & analysis to inform decision-making, strengthen governance, and ensure that communities have a meaningful voice in shaping policies that affect their lives.

OUR OPERATION MODEL

Our organisational structure is tailored to manage complex, multi-country development programmes through a sub-granting and results-based funding model. PARPACA leads consortium-based initiatives across Africa by providing:

  1. Technical Backstopping & Capacity Strengthening
  2. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL)
  3. Financial Oversight & Administrative Strengthening
  4. Consortium Building, Leadership & Networking
  5. Research, Project Implementation & Resource Mobilisation – while channeling funds to local and national NGOs for programme delivery
  6. Building National, Regional & International Strategic Partnerships

 

This structure ensures accountability, strategic alignment, and the delivery of high-impact, evidence-informed interventions that strengthen governance and improve lives across the continent.

We are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) hinged on the transformative Principal  Leave no one behind (LNOB) with an emphasis on human rights reflected in the SDGs below

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No Poverty (SDG 1)

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Eradicating poverty leads to more stable societies, reduces conflict, and enables people to contribute fully to the economy and community

  • Empowerment through education and skills training

  • Microfinance and small business support

  • Agricultural and community development

  • Health and sanitation programs

​ Zero Hunger (SDG 2)

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Zero Hunger is the second goal of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 2), aiming to end hunger, achieve food security, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture by 2030.

Zero hunger

we are committed to a hunger-free world. Our integrated approach targets through:

  • Emergency food distribution

  • Sustainable agriculture training

  • School feeding programs

Gender equality (SDG 5)

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Gender equality is not just a women's issue—it’s a human rights issue. It means giving everyone, regardless of gender, the same opportunities to thrive, lead, and live with dignity

Gender equality

Our gender equality programs focus on:

  • Girls’ education and mentorship

  • Women’s economic empowerment

  • Ending gender-based violence

  • Men as allies

  • Leadership and representation

Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6)

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Water is life—but for 2.2 billion people around the world, access to safe drinking water remains out of reach. Over 4.2 billion people lack safely managed sanitation services.

 

We focus on:

  • Water access and infrastructure

  • Sanitation and hygiene (WASH) education

  • Toilets for dignity

  • Community empowerment

  • Climate resilience

 

 
 

Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG7)

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Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7) aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.

 

We are committed to:

  • Solar energy access

  • Clean cookstove initiatives

  • Energy education & innovation

  • Microgrids and community power

  • Policy advocacy

Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10)

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Sustainable Development Goal 10 (SDG 10) calls for the reduction of inequality within and among countries, ensuring that no one is left behind.

Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10)

Our work is rooted in equity, inclusion, and empowerment.

We focus on:

  • Economic empowerment

  • Inclusive education and digital access

  • Disability inclusion

  • Youth and minority engagement

  • Policy and systems advocacy

Climate Action (SDG 13)

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 The 13th United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 13), calls for urgent steps to combat climate change and its impacts. It means reducing greenhouse gas emissions, building resilience, and empowering communities to protect the environment and prepare for climate-related risks.

Why Climate Action Matters Now

  • Global temperatures are rising—triggering floods, droughts, and heatwaves.

  • Millions face water and food insecurity due to changing weather patterns.

  • Vulnerable communities suffer the most, despite contributing the least to emissions.

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16)

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By strengthening community structures, supporting conflict resolution, and promoting legal awareness, we help create resilient societies where justice prevails and institutions serve the people.

Key Initiatives:

  • Civic education and legal empowerment programs

  • Policy dialogue platforms for community participation

  • Capacity building for local governance and accountability

Impact: Advancing peace and justice from the grassroots up.

Life Below Water (SDG 14)

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Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water aims to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources. Oceans cover over 70% of the Earth's surface and are vital to life as we know it.

Why Oceans Matter

  •  Oceans provide food security for over 3 billion people.

  •  They absorb 30% of carbon dioxide emissions and regulate global temperatures.

  •  Marine ecosystems support livelihoods in fishing, tourism, and trade.

  •  They are a source of medicine, biodiversity, and scientific discovery.

Life on Land (SDG 15)

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we believe that healthy ecosystems are the foundation of thriving communities. Through reforestation projects, sustainable land use initiatives, and community-led conservation programs, we work to preserve biodiversity, combat desertification, and restore degraded lands.

Key Initiatives:

  • Community-based tree planting and forest restoration

  • Training in sustainable farming and land use

  • Advocacy for environmental justice and land rights

Impact: Restoring life on land while strengthening livelihoods

Our key focuses

Grassroots Empowerment

Empowerment is not about giving people power—it’s about unlocking the power they already have.

Participatory democracy

By empowering voices and creating space for dialogue,we play a vital role in making governance more inclusive, transparent, and accountable.

Policy change

By mobilizing, educating, and empowering communities to speak truth to power—ensuring their voices lead to laws and systems that serve everyone fairly.

Social justice

By creating a society where everyone—regardless of gender, race, income, religion, ability, or background—has equal access to opportunities, rights, and resources.

Sustainable impact

Impact that ends when a project ends is not enough. We believe in impact that grows, multiplies, and continues—powered by communities, for generations to come.

Transparency

We believe that open sharing of information strengthens trust, drives accountability, and ensures that our research and advocacy efforts truly serve the people.

We collaborate with vulnerable and marginalised populations to co-create knowledge, amplify community voices, and influence policies that dismantle systemic injustices. Through grassroots inclusion, participatory research, and strategic advocacy, we work to transform inequitable structures and strengthen communities’ capacity to claim their rights and shape their futures

Universities and Research Institutions in Africa can join PARPACA to have access to Grant Calls Participatory Community Based Research Projects in individual countries.

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Our Team

Meet Our Team

Alice Kiingi

Alice Kiingi

Founder,Chief of Party / Executive Director Programs Africa/Europe
PARPACA was founded on the principle that communities should lead in decision-making. We empower marginalized voices that are often excluded from these processes
Anne Tumushabe Kafeero

Anne Tumushabe Kafeero

Director of Program Management Unit (PMU) 
We co-create knowledge with the communities we serve. Every study we conduct amplifies authentic voices, informs impactful policy, and drives lasting social transformation.
Eric Kiingi

Eric Kiingi

Senior Legal Consultant and advocate
True advocacy is rooted in justice. At PARPACA, our legal team ensures that every campaign, partnership, and policy recommendation is firmly grounded in the law.
Eugenge Dudu Afande

Eugenge Dudu Afande

Global Policy & Advocacy Manager
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