Our Approach
The Human Rights Are Universal Arts Festival operates on a foundation of core principles that guide everything we do. We believe in the power of art, culture, and community engagement to promote human rights awareness, education, and advocacy.
Our organization is structured to maximize impact while ensuring transparency, inclusivity, and sustainability in all our operations. We work collaboratively with artists, educators, activists, and community members to create meaningful experiences that inspire action.
Our Core Principles
Inclusivity
We believe in creating spaces where everyone feels welcome, represented, and valued. Our programs and events are designed to be accessible to people of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
Transparency
We are committed to being open about our operations, decision-making processes, and financial management. We share regular updates about our work and impact with our community.
Collaboration
We work in partnership with diverse stakeholders, including artists, activists, educators, and community organizations. We believe that meaningful change happens through collective action.
Innovation
We continuously explore new approaches, technologies, and creative formats to engage audiences and amplify human rights messages in effective and impactful ways.
Sustainability
We are committed to environmental and financial sustainability in all aspects of our work. We strive to minimize our ecological footprint and ensure the long-term viability of our programs.
Impact-Driven
We focus on creating measurable, positive change in people's understanding of and engagement with human rights issues. We regularly evaluate and refine our programs to maximize impact.
Our Team
The Human Rights Are Universal Arts Festival is powered by a dedicated team of professionals and volunteers who are passionate about human rights, arts, and community engagement.
Vincent Kyabayinze
Vincent Kyabayinze serves as the Director of the Human Rights Are Universal Festival, bringing his passion for arts and activism to advance human rights in Uganda.
Kalamu Lawrence
Kalamu Lawrence is our legal advisor, providing guidance on human rights law and ensuring our activities comply with legal requirements.
Mulinda Akiibu
Also known as Smogcoders, Mulinda Akiibu leads our digital initiatives, developing and maintaining the technical infrastructure that supports our mission.
Annual Reports
We are committed to transparency and accountability in all aspects of our work. Our annual reports provide detailed information about our programs, impact, finances, and future plans.
2025 Annual Report
A comprehensive overview of our work, impact, and financials for the year 2025.
Download PDF2024 Annual Report
A comprehensive overview of our work, impact, and financials for the year 2024.
Download PDF2023 Annual Report
A comprehensive overview of our work, impact, and financials for the year 2023.
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