We are a humanitarian, not-for-profit development organization dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. By helping individuals and communities raise their incomes and access basic services, we strive to create sustainable improvements in their quality of life. Our efforts are concentrated in Uganda, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Driven by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we envision a society where everyone has the freedom to pursue their own sustainable development and no one is left behind. Our work is guided by a commitment to equity, which compels us to prioritize gender and youth. We believe that empowering women and young people is crucial to achieving long-term, inclusive development and ensuring that all members of society can thrive.
Investing in smallholder farming is key to combating poverty in East Africa. Prosperity depends on making agriculture work better, using natural resources well, creating strong markets for what farmers produce and facilitating access to finance to grow agri-businesses.
The countries of Uganda, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) face numerous environmental challenges that threaten their ecosystems, biodiversity, and livelihoods. Addressing these issues requires sustainable practices and collective action.
Early Childhood Development (ECD) in Uganda faces significant challenges. Only around 10% of children aged 3 to 5 are enrolled in formal pre-primary education, largely due to the fact that most preschools are privately run, expensive, and located primarily in urban areas.
Uganda has seen improvements in health outcomes over the past two decades, including reductions in maternal and under-five mortality by approximately 50%. These improvements are largely due to increased immunizations, antenatal care, and better access to healthcare facilities
Youth in Uganda, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) face several challenges, many of which are interconnected and result from systemic issues.
