Welcome to UCCSRI. We are the leading source for Corporate social responsibility (CSR) information and advisory services in Uganda

Our History:

Uganda Chapter for Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives (UCCSRI) works with different partners so as to enhance and foster CSR practises in Uganda and Africa at large. It was founded in early 2007 after a series of meetings and discussions with different development partner organisations and officials. In August 2007, UCCSRI joined the United Nations Global Compact so as to foster, enhance, and promote Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainable development in Uganda, with an international touch.

Legally, UCCSRI is a company registered and governed in the laws of the Republic of Uganda, limited by guarantee. It was registered on 11th October 2007., with certificate number: 92992 

UCCSRI in brief...

 Members and stakeholders of UCCSRI...

Our members include donor agencies, development partners, business organizations, non - governmental organizations, research organizations, media agencies, community groups and other organizations that can strengthen the movement to create a sustainable world.

UCCSRI is a founder member and its the Chairman of the CSR Consultative Group, a body that brings together CSR major stakeholders in Uganda. That is, 

 Goal of UCCSRI…

To have a healthful, productive, enjoyable and sustainable environment in favor of all persons, communities, businesses and organizations, with opportunities to gain new skills, competitiveness & advancement in achievements, careers & goals.

 

 

Mission of UCCSRI:     

 "To recognize and strengthen the importance of everyone's responsibilities towards  corporate social responsibility in a coordinated and committed fashion through the provision of high end CSR information, consultancy services, research, capacity building and skills extension"

 

Objectives:

The general objective of the UCCSRI is to promote and support the implementation of CSR practices that improve the competitiveness and market  opportunities for Companies, Corporations, and small & medium enterprises (SMEs) operating in Uganda.

 

 

 

Specific objectives of UCCSRI…

 

1. To conduct CSR research and offer appropriate advice.

2. To strengthen the CSR ethical and moral conduct in Uganda. 

3. To promote CSR Innovations in all areas of business.

4. To reward, recognize & emphasize corporate citizenship.

5. To educate the public about the value of CSR & Sustainable development.

6. To provide high-end CSR philanthropic advice.

    

 

 

 

 

 

Events anouncement:  

 

The 2nd Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Uganda Dialogue is on.....

 

The CSR dialogue is the premier corporate social responsibility event in Uganda. It brings together CSR managers, Corporate Affairs managers, CEOs, business decision markers, the media, students, etc. It is also attended by local and international companies of all sizes.

 

From 27th to 29th January 2010, UCCSRI and The CSR Consultative Group will hold the 2nd Uganda CSR Dialogue. This time, the dialogue will take three days as follows:

 

• 1st day (27th): CSR master classes for CSR /Corporate managers and Masters students, facilitated by Prof. Wayne Visser , Cambridge University, and CEO CSR international

 

• 2nd day (28th): Visitations to selected companies CSR activities and their documentation (if possible).

 

• 3rd day (29th): 2nd Uganda CSR dialogue. This day has lots of corporate interesting things: (discussions on how to design a CSR strategy amidst the financial crisis, launching the Uganda CSR university Curriculum; Launching the Uganda business executives CSR training Kit; presentations from local and international CEOs; show casing selected companies CSR success stories;  etc and a Dinner at the end of the day.   

 

For details of how to register, participate, sponsor, present a paper, attend master classes or suggesting your company for a CSR visit, please contact The Chairman UCCSRI on:

 email: info@uccsri.com, or call: +256 702 972 532 Or +256 774 972 532