About ADOU

Our Story & Leadership

A vision that began with one woman and became a shared mission — carried forward by the women who believe in it.

Our Story

A Vision Brought to Life Together

Atlanta Daughters of Uganda (ADOU) was born from a simple but powerful belief: women can accomplish extraordinary things when they come together with mutual respect, shared purpose, and a genuine commitment to uplifting one another.

The vision originated with Dr. Agnes Nambiro-Kasolo, who envisioned an organization where women of Ugandan heritage and friends of Uganda could connect, celebrate culture, mentor younger generations, support one another, and create opportunities for personal and collective growth.

ADOU was also inspired by a desire to challenge the notion that women cannot successfully work together, grow together, and accomplish meaningful things together. We believe that growth sometimes requires stepping outside our comfort zones, embracing new experiences, and supporting one another through challenges.

What began as one woman’s vision soon became a shared mission, as other dedicated women embraced the idea and helped transform it into reality.

ADOU officially launched on March 14, 2026, marking the beginning of a new chapter in sisterhood, empowerment, and community engagement.

Our story reminds us that a vision may begin with one person, but its greatest impact comes when others believe in it and help it grow.

Our Founder & Founding Team

Our Founding Team

Atlanta Daughters of Uganda began with a vision conceived by Dr. Agnes Nambiro-Kasolo: to bring women together in a spirit of sisterhood, collaboration, empowerment, and shared purpose.

That vision became a reality through the commitment and contributions of three women who joined her in establishing the organization. Together, they helped lay the foundation for ADOU, which officially launched on March 14, 2026.

Dr. Agnes Nambiro-Kasolo, MD

Founder & President

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Miriam N. Kisakye

Founding Team

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Miriam is a woman of faith, a proud mother, a passionate professional, and a community builder driven by purpose, creativity, and a desire to make a meaningful difference. Her journey across Uganda, Canada, and the USA has shaped her perspective and strengthened her passion for growth, innovation, and empowering others.

With a background in architecture, mortgage lending, and UX/UI design, she brings creativity, problem-solving, and a people-centered approach to all she does. Beyond her career, she serves as a children’s ministry leader, takes part in women’s faith and prayer groups, and is passionate about women’s empowerment, entrepreneurship, and building communities where people feel supported, inspired, and connected.

Above all, Miriam values faith, family, and service, and strives to leave a lasting, positive impact wherever her journey takes her.

Georgina Kirunda Nyakairu

Founding Team

Maria Sanyu Galabuzi

Founding Team

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Maria Sanyu was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She is a Project Manager with more than 17 years of experience in the clinical research industry, with a proven track record of overseeing and managing investigational device and drug trials. Her experience volunteering in community service programs and organizations led to her interest in finding ways to bring the Georgia–Ugandan community together.

We honor their early commitment and recognize that the strength of ADOU lies not in any one individual, but in the collective contributions of women who believe in its mission. Their founding contributions will always remain part of ADOU’s history, regardless of their future leadership roles.

About Our Founder

Dr. Agnes Nambiro-Kasolo, MD · Founder & President

Dr. Agnes Nambiro-Kasolo is a Ugandan-born physician, educator, and community advocate who believes in the power of women supporting women.

She is an Internal Medicine physician specializing in acute care and hospital medicine, an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at Mercer University School of Medicine, and Director of Community Engagement for the Uganda North American Medical Society (UNAMS).

She founded Atlanta Daughters of Uganda to create a welcoming space where women can connect, learn from one another, celebrate their heritage, and grow together. Her vision is to challenge the notion that women cannot work together successfully and to build a lasting sisterhood grounded in collaboration, mentorship, service, and mutual respect.

She believes ADOU’s greatest achievement will be the opportunities it creates for women today and the legacy it leaves for future generations.

Current Leadership

Meet Our Leadership

ADOU is guided by women who believe in the strength of community, the value of collaboration, and the importance of purposeful leadership.

Our leadership team brings diverse experiences, talents, and perspectives, united by a shared commitment to empowering women, mentoring the next generation, and building an organization that creates lasting opportunities. We lead with integrity, inclusiveness, accountability, and the understanding that meaningful progress is achieved together.

Dr. Agnes Nambiro-Kasolo, MD

Founder & President

Dr. Agnes Nambiro-Kasolo is a Ugandan-born physician, educator, and community advocate who believes in the power of women supporting women. She is an Internal Medicine physician, an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at Mercer University School of Medicine, and Director of Community Engagement for the Uganda North American Medical Society (UNAMS).

She founded ADOU to create a welcoming space where women can connect, learn from one another, celebrate their heritage, and grow together.

Miriam N. Kisakye

Vice President

Above all, Miriam values faith, family, and service, and strives to leave a lasting, positive impact wherever her journey takes her.

Georgina Kirunda Nyakairu

Chief Strategy Officer

Monica

Director of Mentorship Programs

Monica is excited to be part of ADOU and its mission to strengthen our youth’s connection to their culture and heritage, and build a sense of community and belonging. In her professional life, she is honored to work with women at all stages of life, supporting them on their journeys toward physical and overall well-being.

As Director of Mentorship Programs, she will lead the development and coordination of the Rising Daughters Mentorship Program, fostering meaningful relationships between mentors and mentees and helping ensure that ADOU’s values of empowerment, leadership, cultural pride, and service are passed from one generation to the next.

Outside of work, Monica lives in North Georgia with her husband and children and enjoys exploring new places and experiences.

“Your story matters. Your voice matters. Your presence makes a difference.”

Different backgrounds. Shared values. One sisterhood. You do not need to be alike to belong — you simply need to be willing to connect, respect, contribute, and grow.

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