Ansiima Casinga Rolande Email & Phone Number

Ansiima Casinga Rolande is a passionate permaculture and nutrition trainer dedicated to empowering refugee communities. With deep experience in the challenges refugees face, she founded FOLONA (For the Love of Nature). This community-based organization addresses vital issues such as permaculture implementation, women's empowerment, climate change action, and reproductive health.Ansiima’s work is centered on providing comprehensive training programs that equip refugees with practical skills to rebuild their lives and integrate into their new communities. Her approach emphasizes education, nature, community, health, and well-being. She is particularly committed to supporting women, offering open spaces for discussions on important topics like menstruation, financial security, and food and nutrition.In recognition of her efforts, Ansiima received a Certificate of Commendation at the Youth in Climate Action Conference 2024. As an award-winning Permayouth hub leader, permaculture educator, arts coordinator, and nutrition advisor in Nakivale Refugee Settlement, Ansiima has hosted and assisted in numerous Permaculture Design Courses (PDCs) across Uganda. Her dedication to climate change resilience and community sustainability drives her to create lasting, positive change in the lives of those she serves. Through FOLONA, Ansiima also spearheads the production and donation of sanitary reusable pads, furthering her mission to support women's health and dignity