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Our Flagship Programs

Comprehensive, integrated solutions addressing Uganda's most pressing development challenges through our five strategic programs.

Health Program Climate Program

Integrated Development Approach

Our five flagship programs work synergistically to create holistic, sustainable impact

CHAD Foundation Integrated Approach

Why Our Integrated Approach Matters

CHAD Foundation recognizes that development challenges are interconnected. Poverty affects health outcomes, environmental degradation impacts livelihoods, and educational gaps limit economic opportunities. Our integrated programming addresses these connections head-on.

Through our five strategic programs, we create comprehensive solutions that build on each other, ensuring sustainable, long-term impact for Uganda's most vulnerable communities.

5
Flagship Programs
25+
Core Activities
1000+
Beneficiaries Monthly
 

Program 1: Public Health and Sanitation

Ensuring universal access to quality healthcare and healthy environments

 

Context

Uganda's maternal mortality ratio: 189 per 100,000 live births. Neonatal mortality: 22 per 1,000 live births. Under-5 mortality: 41 deaths per 1,000 live births.

Core Activities

 
Medical Outreach

Mobile medical clinics in remote Eastern Uganda communities

 
Essential Medicines

Procurement and distribution to underserved health facilities

 
WASH Programs

Boreholes, protected springs, and sanitation facilities

 
Health Systems

Training community health workers and strengthening facilities

Target Populations

  • Rural communities with limited healthcare access
  • Pregnant women and children under five
  • Urban informal settlements
  • People living with chronic illnesses
  • Schools lacking adequate WASH facilities
CHAD Health Program in Action
 

Program 2: Climate Change and Resilience Initiatives

Building environmental sustainability and climate resilience

 

Context

Uganda's forest cover: only 12%. Over 40% of land degraded. 70% of Ugandans report more severe crop failure. 89% use firewood/charcoal for cooking.

Core Activities

 
Climate-Smart Agriculture

Training farmers in drought-resistant crops and water conservation

 
Renewable Energy

Solar systems, biogas digesters, and energy-efficient cookstoves

 
Environmental Conservation

Tree planting, wetland conservation, and biodiversity protection

 
Waste Management

Community waste systems and recycling programs

Target Populations

  • Smallholder farmers vulnerable to climate impacts
  • Communities in environmentally degraded areas
  • Populations dependent on natural resources
  • Urban communities facing waste challenges
  • Disaster-prone communities
CHAD Climate Program in Action
 

Program 3: Empowerment and Poverty Alleviation

Creating pathways to dignified livelihoods and financial inclusion

 

Context

1.4 million Ugandans unemployed. Female unemployment: 14.5%. 5.2 million youth not in employment, education, or training. 25% live in extreme poverty.

Core Activities

 
Financial Inclusion

VSLAs, SACCOs, and financial literacy training

 
Entrepreneurship

Business skills development and startup capital support

 
Vocational Training

Market-responsive skills in tailoring, carpentry, IT, and more

 
Women's Empowerment

Gender-focused economic programs and advocacy

Target Populations

  • Low-income households and unemployed youth
  • Women entrepreneurs and small-scale farmers
  • Persons with disabilities seeking economic opportunities
  • Refugees and displaced persons rebuilding livelihoods
  • Vulnerable groups requiring social protection
CHAD Empowerment Program in Action
 

Program 4: Advocacy and Inclusiveness

Promoting human rights, social justice, and inclusive governance

 

Context

Addressing systemic inequalities, gender-based violence, discrimination against marginalized groups, and limited civic participation in governance.

Core Activities

 
Human Rights Advocacy

Legal aid services and strategic litigation for vulnerable populations

 
Gender Justice

GBV prevention, survivor support, and women's rights advocacy

 
Child Rights & Protection

Child protection systems and education access advocacy

 
Disability Inclusion

Accessibility advocacy and economic opportunities for PWDs

Target Populations

  • Women and girls facing discrimination or violence
  • Children at risk and persons with disabilities
  • Refugees and displaced persons
  • Marginalized ethnic or religious minorities
  • Youth seeking civic engagement opportunities
CHAD Advocacy Program in Action
 

Program 5: Education, Innovation, and Human Capital Development

Investing in knowledge, skills, and capabilities for sustainable development

 

Context

Learning poverty: 83%. 25% of children aged 6-18 out of school. Literacy rates: 49.9% at Primary 3. Significant gaps in rural areas.

Core Activities

 
Educational Access

Scholarships, school infrastructure, and teacher training

 
Adult Literacy

Basic education and accelerated learning for out-of-school youth

 
Digital Literacy

Computer skills, internet literacy, and coding training

 
STEM Education

Science clubs, competitions, and career guidance

Target Populations

  • Children from low-income families and out-of-school youth
  • Adults lacking basic literacy and numeracy skills
  • Girls facing educational barriers and persons with disabilities
  • Youth seeking technical and digital skills
  • Aspiring innovators and researchers
CHAD Education Program in Action

Cross-Cutting Approaches

Integrated strategies that enhance all our programs

 

Gender Equality Mainstreaming

All programs integrate gender analysis ensuring women and girls benefit equitably. We challenge discriminatory norms and promote women's leadership.

 

Youth Engagement

With Uganda's youthful population, we cultivate youth leadership, provide economic opportunities, and create platforms for youth voices.

 

Community Participation

Communities are partners, not beneficiaries. We use participatory approaches ensuring interventions reflect community priorities.

Geographical Focus

Where we implement our programs

 

Headquarters

Banda, Kampala, Uganda

Our central office coordinates all programs and partnerships.

 

Primary Operations

Eastern Uganda (Jinja and surrounding districts)

Concentrated efforts where needs are significant and community engagement is effective.

Site Selection Criteria: High vulnerability areas, limited service access, strong community structures, meaningful impact opportunities, avoiding duplication.

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