Derrick Mawerere: Triple WellBeing in Kaliro, Uganda

From Stories of Triple WellBeing by ThoughtBox Education

November 19, 2025 · 22 min · Season 2 · Episode 3

About this episode

Derrick Mawerere discusses his work in education and wellbeing in rural Uganda, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and self-awareness.

For Derrick, education is personal. Having experienced the challenges of accessing schooling himself, he now works to ensure that no child is left behind. As an educator and research fellow with Building Tomorrow , he leads foundation learning programmes in rural Uganda, helping children develop reading, writing and numeracy skills and perhaps more importantly, a love of learning. Working in schools where resources are scarce and classes overcrowded, Derrick’s creativity shines. He uses stories, play and conversation to connect with students who may be distracted, shy, or struggling. For him, storytelling is not just a teaching tool, it’s a bridge to self-awareness. “Before teaching, I tell a story,” he explains. “It captures their minds, brings joy and helps them arrive ready to learn.” Through the Triple WellBeing Fellowship, Derrick found a community of educators who share his belief that change begins with care. His action research focused on self-awareness, storytelling and wellbeing, helping teachers and learners alike build empathy and confidence from the inside out. The Fellowship has strengthened Derrick’s sense of purpose and sparked new ambitions. He’s now growing a…

People in this episode

Guest: Derrick Mawerere

Topics covered

education
wellbeing
storytelling
self-awareness
community
child development

Keywords

education
wellbeing
storytelling
Kaliro
Uganda
child development
self-awareness
community

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Building Tomorrow

Places: Kaliro, Uganda