- Uganda, Central Kampala, Nakawa Division, Mbuya II,
- info@parpacaafrica.org
- +256 772 873735,
- +49 1573 9882286
PARPACA stands for Participatory Action Research and Policy Advocacy Center Africa. It is a registered non profit, non-governmental organization (NGO) based in Uganda, working across Africa to bridge the gap between research, policy, and community-led advocacy.
PARPACA brings together researchers, lobbyists, and community leaders to conduct participatory action research and influence policy that promotes social justice, development, and good governance across the African continent.
PARPACA partners with universities, research institutions, NGOs, community-based organizations, civil society organisations, governments, international agencies, and individual researchers or policy advocates across Africa and Europe working toward inclusive development in Africa
You can get involved by volunteering, interning, partnering on research projects, funding initiatives, or joining our advocacy campaigns. Visit our Get Involved page for current opportunities.
Yes, PARPACA provides training in participatory research methods, policy advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and civic education for communities, researchers, and civil society organizations.
No. PARPACA is a non-partisan organization. While it works on policy advocacy, it maintains independence from political parties and focuses on citizen-centered development.
PARPACA is funded through grants, partnerships, donations, and collaborations with development agencies and philanthropic institutions committed to social and policy change in Africa.
PARPACA works on a wide range of policy issues including education, health, gender equity, climate justice, governance, human rights, youth development, and sustainable livelihoods.
At PARPACA, our core values reflect our commitment to fostering empowerment, inclusivity, and integrity in all our initiatives.
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We believe in empowering communities to take charge of their own development through knowledge-sharing and participatory approaches, ensuring their needs are met.
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We prioritize collaboration between researchers, community members, and policy-makers to create holistic strategies that foster sustainable development and social justice.
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Our commitment to integrity drives us to operate transparently and ethically, ensuring that all our actions reflect our mission and uphold community trust.
At PARPACA, we believe that the most powerful solutions come from the people most affected by the challenges. Our work is rooted in a simple yet profound principle — listen deeply, act collectively, and advocate boldly for just policies and inclusive development.
As we continue to grow and engage with communities across Africa, we remain committed to participatory action research that empowers individuals to become agents of their own change. We are not just researchers or advocates — we are partners walking alongside communities, amplifying voices, and bridging the gap between knowledge and policy.
To all our well-wishers, supporters, and partners — thank you. Your belief in our mission fuels the transformation we witness every day. Together, we can build an Africa where every voice matters, and every policy reflects the will and wisdom of the people.”
Alice Kiingi
Founder, Researcher, Project Coordinator & Representative Africa/Europe
Be part of the change. Help us empower marginalized communities and advance social justice across Africa through your support and involvement. Get Involved
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