Celebrating Women’s Day: Spotlight on Dorcus Angom, A Trailblazer in Karamoja
As we commemorate International Women’s Day, Riamiriam Civil Society Network – Karamoja is proud to shine the spotlight on one of its own, Dorcus Angom, the program manager. Dorcus is a shining example of dedication, resilience, and passion for creating positive change in the Karamoja region.
She is one of those women in the region whom amidst the conflicts and early childhood marriages that the region has suffered from resiliently managed to finish school and serve her community passionately.
With years of experience in program management, Dorcus has been instrumental in driving Riamiriam Civil Society Network – Karamoja’s mission to empower communities and promote sustainable development. Her leadership has been pivotal in designing and implementing programs that address the unique challenges faced by the people of Karamoja. The staff that have been mentored by her have progressed into better leadership positions in the cooperate world.
Through her slogan of “great leaders don’t manage but rather inspire growth, foster collaborations and create an ecosystem where every team member thrives; she practiced a transformational leadership style to uplift better working relationships by Creating an environment where revolutionary answers to projects have emerged which has enhanced model ethical audacity with visible sacrifice from staff working sometimes without overtime payment and even when funding ends (work without salary). She has kept the team motivated in the work despite the challenging environment by harnessing strength through diversity by ensuring inclusive leadership which is the reason the organization has registered a low staff turnover but rather increasing the staffing. She has enhanced impact sustainability throughout her leadership style by encouraging innovative quotient, promoting parity rates advocacy, and openly admitting mistakes while ensuring peer accountability which is derived from her deep-rooted belief that best leaders don’t create followers but rather create more leaders instead.
Dorcus’s journey is a testament to her unwavering commitment to her work. Despite the challenges she has faced, she remains steadfast in her pursuit of creating a better future for the people of Karamoja. Her dedication has earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues, partners, and the communities she serves.
As a woman leader in a region where women’s voices are often marginalized, Dorcus is a beacon of hope and inspiration. She embodies the spirit of International Women’s Day, which celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
As we celebrate Dorcus’s achievements, we are reminded that women like her are the backbone of our communities. They are the change-makers, the problem-solvers, and the leaders who drive progress. In Her own words she said that “women don’t need to lean in -they need a system that stops pushing them out”. She calls upon every cooperate organization to create an environment that enable women to thrive.
We are honored to have Dorcus as part of our team and look forward to seeing the impact of her work in the years to come. Join us in celebrating Dorcus Angom, a true trailblazer in Karamoja!
Happy International Women’s Day!
