Serve Uganda Initiative (SUI) is a movement of young educated volunteers working in rural communities to unleash community capacity and promote citizen engagement. In so doing, they address opportunities, solve problems and strengthen community responses. By bringing youth together through volunteering, they are able to develop a sense of responsibility, share knowledge, skills, aspirations, creativity and learning. They will also be empowered as key actors in building a prosperous and peaceful Uganda, free from chronic poverty. Through this initiative, the youth volunteers bridge the gap between local issues and reaching solutions as a community. They identify the most pressing issues in their communities, opening dialogue about those issues and working with community members, the local leaders, institutions and civil society groups to reach solutions. Local peoples have better knowledge about local problems, and can develop the best action steps for addressing them. In return, the youth volunteers develop their qualifications, gain skills, increased self-esteem and an experience that will stay with them for the rest of their life. Through volunteering with community members, partner organisations, private sector and governments, it is an opportunity for the youth to change communities for the better. They refine their own skills, channel energy, gain knowledge and better their understanding of the realities of community sustainable development and empowerment. Our Vision We envision a Uganda where youth are prepared to take the lead in building equitable, healthy and flourishing communities. Our Mission Building a movement of creative and resourceful youth volunteers to catalyse and facilitate empowerment processes for community–led sustainable development of rural communities. Our approach To achieve our mission and vision, our approach is basing on three I’s that is: Invest in youth’s knowledge, skills, competencies and experiences, helping them to reach their full potential, improve their well-being and that of their communities and giving them an opportunity to make their voice heard. Inspire communities to build capacity and act for change by addressing problems hindering rural community development. Involve both youth and adults in meaningful activities, which contribute to positive sustainable development of rural communities.