What is PEN?+
PEN is a registered Company Limited by Guarantee in Uganda, established as a platform for collective action. It brings together entrepreneurs, professionals, farmers, innovators, youth, and community leaders to solve challenges, create opportunities, and build sustainable enterprises. Founded in 2016 by David Baliruno.
Is PEN a Christian organisation?+
Yes. PEN is a Christian-based leadership, entrepreneurship, and community transformation organisation. It integrates biblical principles with practical business strategies. The Christian Business Fellowship is one of its flagship programmes.
Who can join PEN?+
Membership is open to individuals, groups, churches, and organisations across Uganda who share the mission of empowerment and transformation. We serve students, youth, entrepreneurs, professionals, church leaders, and community organisations.
What are the membership tiers?+
Six tiers: Bronze (UGX 100K), Silver (UGX 500K), Gold (UGX 1M), Diamond (UGX 5M), Platinum (UGX 10M), and Emerald (UGX 10M+). Each unlocks increasing access to workshops, mentorship, cooperative services, and strategic engagement.
What is the Pathfinder Africa Academy?+
An online learning platform with 30+ courses across four schools: Identity and Purpose, Relationships and Wellbeing, Work and Wealth, and Institutions and Governance. Courses range from $99 to $499, with capstones from $500 to $2,500.
What consulting services are available?+
Strategic planning, board development, staff training, motivational speaking, SACCO development, church strategic planning, and life coaching. All led by David Baliruno. Free initial consultation offered.
What is the Christian Business Fellowship?+
A flagship PEN programme equipping Christians to be faithful stewards, ethical leaders, and successful entrepreneurs. It provides discipleship, mentorship, financial stewardship, and collaborative action for churches and communities.
Who is David Baliruno?+
Founder and CEO of PEN. A Christian Life Coach, leadership mentor, author, speaker, and entrepreneurship expert with over 25 years of experience. Author of Building a Sustainable SACCO.
How can my church partner with PEN?+
Through the Christian Business Fellowship, strategic planning consulting, leadership development, and the Academy. Contact
[email protected] to begin a conversation.
Where is PEN based?+
Mukono, Central Region, Uganda (P.O. Box 153506). We serve communities across the nation and plan eight Multipurpose Empowerment Centres.
