Urban – Rural Development Organization Uganda (URUDO -Uganda) is community Based Organization (CBO) with no religious or political affiliation founded in 2009 and later registered in the year 2010 with Lyantonde district local government in response to the ever increasing urban – rural disparities in development. URUDO-Uganda is a non – profit organization.
Thus, URUDO –Uganda was initiated to support the government of Uganda and the private sector in bridging the gap between the urban and ruralcommunities to reduce poverty, HIV/AIDS, urban pollutants, poor garbage disposal, through establishing collaborative – demand driven integrated development programmes in sustainable rural agriculture, education of the girl child, empowerment of out of school youth with with vocational skills and equitable resource distribution. As a community based organization, we concentrate our resource, energies and focus our work towards poverty reduction through livelihood improvement, environment and education, HIV & AIDS, Rights and advocacy.
URUDO-Uganda is currently operating in the Districts of Lyantonde and Mbarara.
A Uganda where urban and rural communities thrive in harmony, free from poverty, with equitable access to opportunities, education, sustainable livelihoods, and a healthy environment.
To bridge the socio-economic and development disparities between urban and rural communities in Uganda by implementing sustainable, demand-driven integrated programs that empower vulnerable groups, reduce poverty, promote environmental well-being, and advocate for equitable resource distribution.
At URUDO-Uganda, we implement integrated development programs designed to address critical needs and foster sustainable growth in rural communities. Discover how we're making a difference:
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our objectives
Our work is guided by a clear set of objectives, each contributing to our overarching mission of creating a more equitable and prosperous Uganda:
To empower vulnerable young girls through education in order to improve their livelihoods.
To educate communities on sanitation-related issues and preventive measures on HIV/AIDS, malaria, and other common diseases.
To empower orphans, widows, and widowers to start income-generating projects.
To mobilize rural communities to plant trees so as to create a sink tank for urban pollutants and promote ecological balance.
To collaborate with the government and other stakeholders to improve the conditions of rural communities and increase household incomes.
To eradicate poverty through youth, women, and orphan mobilization towards job-creating activities.
To mobilize communities to realize the importance and use of clean water in their families and assist them to construct easy and efficient rainwater harvesting tanks.
To mobilize communities to realize the importance and use of clean energy sources in their families.
OUR VALUES
At URUDO-Uganda, our work is guided by a strong set of core values that define who we are and how we interact with the communities we serve:
We are committed to openness in all our operations. Every resource and asset is used exclusively for our mission, and we are fully accountable for our expenditures and the impact we create.
We champion sustainable practices and technologies that protect and regenerate our environment. We build upon indigenous knowledge while ensuring the health and safety of people and the planet.
We approach every partnership with profound respect for the beliefs, wisdom, and potential of all individuals. Our participatory methods empower communities, ensuring ownership and control of program outcomes remain with them.
We believe true change comes from within. That's why we ensure communities actively participate at every stage of our projects. We operate as a learning organization, continuously documenting lessons learned and replicating successful approaches across our programs.
We are dedicated to promoting gender equality and ensuring it's integrated into every aspect of our work. We strive for a future where all genders have equal opportunities and a voice in development.
Impact
Through unwavering dedication and the support of our partners and communities, URUDO-Uganda has achieved significant milestones in sustainable development.
At URUDO-Uganda, our mission is driven by a passionate and dedicated team of professionals, volunteers, and community leaders. United by a shared commitment to sustainable development, our diverse expertise ensures that every program delivers maximum impact to the communities we serve
our Blog
Dive deeper into URUDO-Uganda's work, hear inspiring stories from the field, and stay informed about our latest achievements and insights. Our blog offers a closer look at the impact you help create.