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Meet Betty Rutare Byanyima: A Heart for Leadership and Impact

by | Dec 16, 2024 | GLNi, Grow your impact

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Betty’s Story

How GLS Is Driving Positive Change in Uganda: Betty’s Inspiring Story

16 December 2024  |  Championing Leadership Development to Build a Uganda They Want.

Meet Betty Rutare Byanyima: A Heart for Leadership and Impact.
In the heart of Uganda, there’s a woman whose life is dedicated to leadership, personal growth, and empowering others to make a difference. Betty Rutare Byanyima, 60, lives in Kampala and has spent years championing leadership development, particularly among government, church, and marketplace leaders. But it’s not just about big titles or high positions for Betty—it’s about the impact she can have, especially in shaping the next generation of leaders.
Here’s a little peek into her journey, her passion for leadership, and the powerful role she plays in Uganda’s leadership landscape.
 
A Close-Knit Family and Support System
Betty is married with adult children and grandchildren, and she describes her family as her biggest support system. Her husband, a Member of Parliament in Uganda, is an important part of her life, and together, they create a strong foundation of encouragement and strength. Betty is grateful for her family’s support in both her personal life and her work.
 
A Passion for Leadership Development
As the Executive Director of the Global Leadership Summit (GLS) in Uganda, Betty is deeply passionate about leadership development. She’s involved in initiatives that encourage growth and personal development among leaders in government, the church, and the marketplace. But her heart goes beyond just the established leaders—she’s especially passionate about equipping young people with life skills. She believes in empowering them to discover God’s purpose for their lives and be fruitful in their communities.
“I want to see young people empowered to make an impact,” Betty shares. “It’s about helping them identify their purpose and use their influence to promote God’s Kingdom.”
 
How Betty Got Involved with GLS
Betty’s connection to the Global Leadership Summit began in 2015 when she was invited by Bishop Joshua Lwere to process one of the GLS messages at the Summit in Uganda. The experience was a turning point for her, and after the event, she was asked to volunteer and eventually take on a leadership role within GLS Uganda. Nine years later, she reflects on how powerful the GLS has been in helping her and her team influence effective leadership at all levels.
“The GLS has opened so many doors for us,” Betty says. “We’ve been able to influence the government’s tourism sector, support the leadership development of anti-corruption agencies, and right now, we’re working with the First Lady’s office and the Ministry of Education to shape leadership programs in schools and universities.”
 
Attending the Summit: A Life-Changing Experience
Betty first attended the GLS in November 2015, and since then, she has participated in 9 local Summits in Uganda and 7 international Summits in Chicago. For her, every Summit is a chance to grow, learn, and connect with like-minded leaders who share her passion for making a difference.
The GLS has provided her with not just leadership tools but also a powerful community of leaders from around the world who are working toward the same goal: to transform society through effective, godly leadership.
 
A Favorite Scripture that Inspires Her
Betty’s life and work are guided by a strong sense of purpose, and one scripture that resonates deeply with her is Colossians 3:23-24:
“And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.”
“This scripture reminds me that my work, my influence, is ultimately for the Lord,” Betty says. “It’s not about pleasing people—it’s about stewarding the influence God has given me, knowing that my labor is never in vain.”
 
A Prayer for Fellow Leaders
Betty’s prayer for other leaders in the GLS family is a powerful one, drawn from Isaiah 54:2-3:
“Enlarge the place of your tent, and let them stretch out the curtains of your dwellings; do not spare; lengthen your cords, and strengthen your stakes. For you shall expand to the right and to the left, and your descendants will inherit the nations and make the desolate cities inhabited.”
She prays that every leader in the GLS community would experience growth and expansion—both in their leadership capacity and in their ability to impact the world around them.
 
Conclusion
Betty Rutare Byanyima’s life is a testament to the power of godly leadership and the impact it can have when leaders are empowered to use their gifts for good. Whether she’s working with government officials, church leaders, or young people, Betty’s heart for leadership shines through in everything she does. Through the Global Leadership Summit, she’s not just attending events—she’s creating opportunities for transformation and influencing a new generation of leaders.
Her story is one of faith, passion, and a deep commitment to seeing God’s Kingdom advanced through leadership. And with each new door that opens, Betty’s work continues to inspire and impact lives across Uganda and beyond.

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