You are called Asinatha Foundation but also Macmillan - which are you?

We are Asinatha Foundation. Some of our services are run in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support. This means our staff are Macmillan professionals and can access training and information from the national charity. We work closely with other Macmillan services locally and nationally to ensure you get the benefit of all Macmillan Cancer Support has to offer.

What are self-help groups, and what is peer support?

A peer support group is a group led by its members who are experiencing the same challenges in life. Many people find that it helps to talk to someone who understands, because they have been in the same situation. Peer support groups provide mutual support and offer a route to better health and wellbeing.

How do I refer myself or someone I know to your cancer support services?

We have a variety of different cancer support services: Beyond Diagnosis service , in partnership with Macmillan, for patients living in Nottingham and Mid and South Nottinghamshire. You can self-refer for this service. Cancer Care Coordinators in Nottingham GP practices, for patients referred by their GP surgery. Deaf Cancer Support service , in partnership with Macmillan, for Deaf and hard of hearing patients across the UK. You can self-refer for this service. Please visit the relevant project page for further details of how to refer.

What training does Asinatha Foundation provide?

Through our Learning Centre, we provide training for: professionals wanting to develop their understanding of peer support groups. individuals wanting to start or connect with a peer support group in the UK. organisations and charities wanting to support the development of peer support groups within their field. We have also developed bespoke training, such as our Safeguarding for Deaf Employees course. Visit our Training page for more details. For volunteers, we have a comprehensive training programme and ongoing support, to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in your role.

About | Asinatha Foundation

Our Story

Founded on Ubuntu: "Nurturing Youth for a Sustainable Africa"

In 2019, Asinatha Foundation was born from a simple yet powerful belief: Africa's greatest resource is its youth. Founded in Uganda, our organization emerged from the recognition that traditional approaches to development often overlooked the immense potential of young Africans.

Our name "Asinatha" reflects our core philosophy of collective growth and mutual empowerment. We saw youth unemployment, limited access to quality education, and environmental degradation not as insurmountable challenges, but as opportunities for innovative solutions led by the very people most affected by these issues.

🌱Our vision:

Nurturing Youth for a Sustainable Africa.

Our mission:

We believe that Africa’s future rests in the hands of its young people. Our mission is to equip African youth with entrepreneurship, education, and environmental stewardship opportunities. By doing this, we ensure they can create sustainable livelihoods, empower their communities, and drive vital conservation efforts across the continent.

Core Values:

Ubuntu: Recognizing our interdependence and the principle, “I am because you are and you are because we are.”
Innovation: Embracing creative and new approaches to youth empowerment.
Sustainability: Ensuring long-term impact with environmental, economic, and social dimensions.
Collaboration: Working together with youth, communities, and partners.
Dare to Disrupt: Willing to challenge and unlock youth potential.

What We Do (Our Focus Areas):

We work to unlock the full potential of youth aged 13–35 years—including young entrepreneurs, students, and community leaders in both urban and rural settings—across the following key focus areas:

Education and Skills Development: Promoting quality education for employability and innovation (e.g., Elevate 360 Program).
Youth Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment: Enhancing financial literacy and supporting youth-led sustainable enterprises (e.g., Youth Business Accelerator Program).
Environmental Conservation and Climate Action: Engaging young people in climate action through our Youth for Conservation (Y4C) Network.
Gender and Social Inclusion: Empowering girls and young women through mentorship and leadership initiatives (e.g., Young Women Alive and Girls Safety and Sanitation).

Key Achievements:

In just a few years, we have started making a measurable impact:

Reached 2,000 students aged 13–27 years across more than 7 schools through the Elevate 360 In School Program.
Successfully established the Youth Business Accelerator program to provide critical support to young entrepreneurs.

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