A community-based ministry rooted in worship, care and practical support.
PACM was formalized to serve vulnerable children with dignity, discipleship and the tools to build stronger futures.
From a church Sunday school to a registered organization.
The Pillars of Africa Children's Ministry started as a children's choir and Sunday school at Nakwero Gospel Outreach Church with seven vulnerable children. Founder Kunihira Patrick and his wife Madina Kunihira saw the need to empower these children through ministry skills, education, daily living support and access to basic needs.
In 2015 the founders moved to formalize the work, and PACM was duly registered by Wakiso District as a community-based organization. Since then, the ministry has brought together people with a heart for serving children and families facing vulnerability.
Well-nurtured and empowered children.
PACM envisions children with improved livelihoods, stronger values and better opportunities to thrive.
Raise a God-fearing generation.
The ministry exists to raise capable ministers for the Kingdom of God while improving child and family livelihood.
Sustain vulnerable children.
PACM helps children by providing the assistance they need to live safely, learn consistently and grow with hope.
What guides PACM's work in the community.
PACM's objectives combine spiritual growth, formal and informal education, health, child protection, income generation and inclusion for children who are often left behind.
- Train, equip, teach and mentor children through Bible teaching and leadership formation.
- Promote both formal and informal education for orphans, children with disabilities and disadvantaged families.
- Encourage immunization, health education and parent sensitization for children under five.
- Open and strengthen health and basic education centers for children in need.
- Provide safe and healthy environments for children affected by poverty and instability.
- Create income-generating activities that help caregivers and volunteers maintain sustainable livelihoods.
- Encourage spiritual welfare development in communities affected by poverty, famine and unemployment.
- Support positive living for children affected by HIV and reduce further spread through awareness.
- Protect children from abuse through referrals, advocacy and child-rights awareness.
- Promote civic education, health education and rehabilitation referrals where substance abuse is a risk.
- Help teens avoid unwanted pregnancies through guidance and abstinence education.
- Improve the social and economic status of vulnerable households through training and project support.