Rita Namurembe Brown

Co-Founder - Easy FitGang

Rita Namurembe Brown is a Ugandan social worker, certified yoga instructor, and passionate advocate for physical and mental wellness based in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya. Having lived in Kakuma since 2000, Rita completed her primary, secondary, and tertiary education within the camp, earning a diploma in Social Work from Regis University and an Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern New Hampshire. She is now preparing to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration.

As a 200-hour certified yoga instructor, Rita is dedicated to teaching yoga both online and onsite to individuals, groups, and organizations, delivering impactful yoga practices that support flexibility, physical fitness, stress relief, and active lifestyles. In 2020, she co-founded Easy FitGang, a refugee-led social enterprise in Kakuma that empowers youth by providing skills and opportunities through team-building, sports, fitness, and arts programs. The organization aims to be a bridge to opportunities for young people, fostering self-reliance and promoting holistic wellness.

Rita’s work has been featured in platforms like sportanddev.org, newsvibesofindia.com, the United Nations, and UNHCR. Her journey as a lifelong learner in movement practices, including Power Vinyasa, continues to inform her approach to yoga and wellness. She is passionate about sharing the transformative power of yoga and helping others find balance and resilience through meaningful practices, dedicated to shining light through yoga in her community and beyond.