I came a long way and through a difficult time. Uganda has become a very hostile battle ground to those in the opposition political group; I came to Sheffield on a no choice basis. I escaped persecution and survived the United Kingdom asylum system with resilience and good humour in my search for safety.
As the Project Coordinator of City of Sanctuary Sheffield, I work in partnership with agencies across the Yorkshire and Humberside region to enable asylum seekers and refugees to achieve their full potential and develop their skills towards independent living. My role includes liaising with medical clinics, sign-posting and awareness raising in schools, colleges, universities and the community. I recruit a team of refugees and asylum seeking volunteers who seek to inform the mainstream community by sharing personal stories and understanding of the reasons why people are forced to flee their homes and seek sanctuary here.