Our Leadership
The Coalition of Refugee Leaders in Uganda (CRLU) is guided by a dedicated team of leaders representing diverse refugee communities across the country.
With a shared commitment to unity, accountability, and service, the leadership works to strengthen coordination, amplify community voices, and drive meaningful change.
Their collective experience and grassroots connection ensure that the coalition remains responsive, inclusive, and focused on the real needs of the communities it represents.

Kisanet Tedros
Chair Person of CRLU
Beles Bubu Africa - Founder / CEO
As refugees, we are not just beneficiaries of systems—we are leaders, builders, and decision-makers. The Coalition of Refugee Leaders exists to ensure that our voices shape the policies, programs, and futures that affect our lives.

Kalif Mohamed Omar
Deputy Chairman of CRLU
Somali Community Uganda
I represent my community not only to speak, but to ensure our realities are understood, respected, and acted upon.

Demien
General Secretary of CRLU
Burundian Community Leader
Leadership for me means listening first, then working together to find solutions that truly serve our people.

Adnan Luqman
Treasurer of CRLU
( Pakistani Refugee Welfare & Development Organization Uganda Limited)
Through the Coalition, we are stronger together—bringing our voices into one space where they can be heard clearly.

Salih Idris Adam
Chairman Sudanese Refugee Community
I stand as a bridge between my community and the systems around us, helping both sides understand and work together.

Afghanista Chairman
High Commission on investment office director in AISA ( Afghanistan )
I speak from lived experience, ensuring that the challenges we face are not overlooked, but addressed with urgency.

Arnold Silver
Consumer Lawyer
My role is to support my community in finding its strength, voice, and opportunities for growth.

Arnold Silver
Consumer Lawyer
Leadership is not just about words—it is about action, consistency, and showing up for our people every day.

Tessa Lovejoy
Family Law
I speak from lived experience, ensuring that the challenges we face are not overlooked, but addressed with urgency.

Arnold Silver
Consumer Lawyer
My role is to support my community in finding its strength, voice, and opportunities for growth.
