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SAUPAS Foundation | Refugee-Led. Evidence-Driven. Uganda-Based.

Born from Displacement. Built for Dignity.


SAUPAS Foundation was founded by Liesse Mindja Ombeni, a refugee woman who understood that education in displacement cannot wait for stability. Registered in Uganda under Certificate No. BRS-INCC-9-20/80002, SAUPAS began with a simple, radical premise: refugees are not beneficiaries of charity. They are architects of solutions.
Our headquarters in Bunamwaya, Wakiso District, serves as both an operational base and a proof of concept. Here, we test, iterate, and refine the models we scale into refugee settlements across Uganda.

Today, SAUPAS is a recognized voice in refugee education policy, contributing evidence-based analysis to partners.

Lives Empowered

Professional Services

Communities Reached

Learners Trained

Building Strong Partnerships for Greater Impact

SAUPAS Foundation works alongside local communities, humanitarian organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, private sector partners, and volunteers to expand access to skills development and economic opportunities.

Together, we create inclusive programs that empower individuals to learn, earn, and contribute positively to their communities.

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Creating Lasting Community Impact

Our work combines practical learning with real-world opportunities. From vocational training and digital skills to entrepreneurship and marketplace access, SAUPAS equips individuals with the tools they need to build sustainable futures.

Every course completed, every business started, and every service delivered represents another step toward stronger communities and economic independence.

We don't just teach skills, we create opportunities, restore dignity, and empower communities to build sustainable futures.

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team brings together educators, community leaders, technical experts, volunteers, and development professionals who share a common vision of empowering communities through education, innovation, and opportunity.

Liesse MINDJA OMBENI

Founder & managing Director

Stories of Transformation

I found myself working in a true partnership that results in an extra incredible experience of us

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