About Us
Rebuilding out of school Girls and Women to Rise, Thrive, and Nourish their Communities
Our Story
Women Reliance Foundation was born from a journey of pain, strength, and an unshakable belief in the power of transformation. Growing up in the care of a single mother, Stella watched a quiet hero at work—sacrificing daily, holding the family together with nothing but courage and love. But alongside that strength, she witnessed something heartbreaking: women around her slowly giving up on their own dreams. Crushed by poverty, burdened by cultural expectations, and abandoned by systems meant to protect them, they faded into the background—unseen and unheard.
That pain never left Stella. Instead, it lit a fire within her—a passion to help women rise from the shadows and remember the power they have within.
Her encounter with God gave her a clear calling to be a light for girls and women walking in darkness.
With the unwavering support of her husband, Stella turned that passion into purpose. Together, they founded Women Reliance Foundation where girls and women can rediscover, rebuild and overcome their fears to thrive.
What started as a quiet act of faith is now a growing movement. We are keeping girls in school, mentoring the next generation of changemakers, and training women to build their own path to economic freedom.
Who We Are
Women Reliance Foundation (WRF) is a nonprofit organization based in Masaka, Uganda, committed to transforming the lives of girls that have dropped out of school and women from rural families. We envision a world where every girl and woman—regardless of her background—has the opportunity to live with dignity, realize her potential, and create lasting change in her community.
Vision & Mission
- We envision a thriving society where every woman in a family is empowered to embrace self-reliance, unlock her potential, boost productivity, seize opportunities, and live an abundant life.
- Our Mission is to empower out-of-school girls and women to rise above vulnerability, thrive through education and economic opportunity, and become catalysts of growth and nourishment within their communities
Core Values
- Empowerment – We believe in equipping girls and women with the tools they need to take charge of their lives.
- Integrity – We are accountable, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right.
- Compassion – Rooted in faith, we lead with empathy and walk alongside those we serve with love, understanding, and hope.
- Resilience – We foster strength and courage to overcome challenges.
- Community – We work hand in hand with families, schools, and local leaders for sustainable impact.