Reflections of My Time in Sserinya
As I bid farewell to Sserinya and set my sights are now set on Jinja, I find myself reflecting on the profound experiences and the incredible individuals I've had the privilege to encounter during my time here. Sserinya, nestled amidst lush fields and winding paths,...
Embracing Firsts: A Journey of Discovery with the Students
There's something truly magical about witnessing someone experience something new for the very first time. One of the most delightful firsts was introducing the students to the joy of good old-fashioned board games. In an age dominated by video games and digital...
Meet the Big Bosses: Sserinya Primary School’s Kindergarten Class
Ladies and Gentlemen, it is my distinct pleasure to introduce you to the Big Bosses of Sserinya Primary School… the kindergarten class. The Big Bosses exude an unparalleled level of energy that seems to know no bounds. It is abundantly clear that walking is simply not...
Our Unsung Heroes: Teachers at Sserinya Primary School
Greetings from Uganda! As the CEO of Business for Better Society (BBS), I am privileged to embark on a journey that not only broadens my horizons but also fills me with immense inspiration. It's with great enthusiasm that I commence this series of blogs, aiming to...
Harlequin Publishers: Supporting Small Communities Through Corporate Philanthropy
Today, we're shining a spotlight on Harlequin Enterprises, a global publishing powerhouse with a heart for small communities. Harlequin Enterprises has a rich history rooted in the Canadian prairies, where it was founded over seven decades ago. Throughout its journey...
UN Declares 2024 the Year of the Camelids
Yes, 2024 has been named by the United Nations as the Year of the Camelids. At first glance, this might seem an odd choice but in fact millions of households in conflict zones depend on this species for their livelihoods. The UN in their briefing wrote the following:...
A Special Graduation Ceremony in Kenya Marks International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day holds a special place in our hearts at Business for Better Society, and what better way to mark this significant occasion than with the graduation ceremony for the latest three cohorts of our microbusiness initiative in Homa Bay, Kenya. This...
Sharing Our Incubator Impact & Empowering Women in Homa Bay, Kenya
The BBS/Activate Action microbusiness incubator collaboration stands as a testament to the transformative power of entrepreneurship in addressing socio-economic disparities. With poverty levels soaring at 77.9% in Homa Bay County, compared to the national average of...
Strengthening Communities Through Collaboration: Scholastic Canada’s Support for the Wrentham Library
Situated in rural southern Alberta, within the tight-knit community of Wrentham, stands the Wrentham Community Library. For over three decades, this cherished institution has been the community cornerstone, providing not just books but a gathering place, and a hub for...
Ching Tien Foundation for Women Establishment Announcement
The following annoucement was made by Ching Tien earlier this month. "The Ching Tien Foundation for Women identifies and develops the next generation of female leaders by providing promising young women from Asia with scholarships opportunities to pursue graduate...
Hope in Crisis: Reflecting on 2023 Impact in the DR Congo Goma Region
In 2023, Business for Better Society was selected as one of four recipients of the Hope in Crisis Grants, recognizing our efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Teaming up with the DR Congo registered non-profit, Remember Youth for Change, we successfully...
BBS & IMPOWER ONE Launch 2024 “Coaching for a Better Society” Cohort to Empower Small Nonprofits
As we step into a new year, Business for Better Society (BBS) is thrilled to unveil the commencement of the next cohort of its transformative coaching initiative, "Coaching for a Better Society." In collaboration with IMPOWER ONE, this signature program is designed to...
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