Exactly 10 years ago, at the end of June 2014, the journey of SINA began with a facilitator training in Mpigi, Uganda and the creation of the NGO “Jangu International“, the first and main SINA community. Its pioneer scholars arrived in July 2014 to co-create the SINA Framework.
Join us as we celebrate a remarkable milestone with Etienne Salborn, founder of the SINA (Social Innovation Academy). In this exclusive interview, Etienne reflects on the transformative journey of SINA from its inception on a remote Ugandan hilltop to becoming a social innovation replicated in over 12 communities in Africa to foster social entrepreneurship. Discover how SINA has empowered a generation over the past decade to become the change they wish to see.
In an intimate conversation with our founder, Etienne Salborn, we delve deep into the origins and ethos of SINA, exploring how a simple idea to empower the youth of Uganda has blossomed into a formidable force for social change across Africa.
Ten years ago, SINA was merely a concept driven by a vision to transform educational and economic landscapes for Africa’s youth. In this video, Etienne recalls the early days, the hurdles overcome, and the countless moments of joy as we watched our scholars grow into leaders and changemakers. Viewers will gain insights into the unique ‘freesponsible’ educational model that SINA champions. Etienne discusses the impact of this model and the broader societal benefits . The conversation also sheds light on the key milestones and the scalable solutions that have been pivotal in driving SINA’s mission forward. As we look to the future, Etienne shares his aspirations and plans for SINA, emphasizing our commitment to deepening and expanding our impact as a social innovation, creating systemic change through a different way we learn, work and live. The vision for the next decade includes scaling the SINA Framework to even more communities through a replication approach
We invite our supporters, partners, and new friends to watch this inspiring video. Join us in celebrating a decade of impactful change and learn more about how you can be part of our ongoing journey to transform lives and communities for a sustainable future.