About Patience Kamarunga Mugisha
Professional Profile:
HR Leadership | Child Advocate | Mentorship & Counselling |Organizational Development | Public Administration & Governance | Social Development
Patience Kamarunga Mugisha is a Human Resources Manager and social impact leader with over 10 years of experience in people development, organizational leadership, and community empowerment.
She is the Founder of The Runga Foundation Uganda, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering children through mentorship, counselling, and practical life skills.
Patience holds a Bachelor’s in Social Sciences and Master’s degrees in Public Administration and Human Resources Management.
She is currently pursuing training in Guidance and Counselling to deepen her ability to support children and families holistically.
As an author, she shares her personal journey of resilience in her book “Belonging – The Tale of an Orphaned Girl” written to inspire hope and strength in those facing adversity.
At home, she is a wife and mother of three — her family is her first classroom, where she develops and tests the tools she now shares with wider communities.
My Story
I was orphaned at a young age, and for a long time, I felt like I didn’t belong. But through the care of family, the support of mentors, and my own determination, I found strength, purpose, and a place where I could thrive.
That experience shaped who I am today.
As an HR Manager, I’ve spent over a decade building systems that help people feel seen, valued, and supported at work.
As a mother and founder, I now apply the same care to children — especially those who feel forgotten or unseen.
I started The Runga Foundation Uganda to give children what I once longed for: a safe space, a listening ear, and the confidence to believe in themselves. Every program we run is rooted in real-life experience, built first within my own family and then extended to the community.
I wrote “Belonging – The Tale of an Orphaned Girl” because I believe our stories have power. If my journey can give one child the courage to keep going, then it’s worth sharing.
My Mission:
To create a world where every child feels safe, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Through The Runga Foundation, I provide mentorship, counselling, and practical life skills that help children build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging. I believe that when children are supported early, they grow into strong, compassionate adults who contribute positively to their families and communities.
