About UWESO Uganda Women’s Effort to Save Orphans (UWESO) is a National Non-Government Organization that was founded in 1986 by Ugandan mothers who are committed to supporting and caring for orphans and vulnerable children (OVC). Its vision is to have “Healthy Children living in a peaceful world of Opportunity “and mission is […]
UWESO Children’ Village Coordinator 1 (Masulita)
About UWESO Uganda Women’s Effort to Save Orphans (UWESO) is a National Non-Government Organization that was founded in 1986 by Ugandan mothers who are committed to supporting and caring for orphans and vulnerable children (OVC). Its vision is to have “Healthy Children living in a peaceful world of Opportunity “and mission is […]
USAID-funded OVC North East Activity IGA Booster Support Unlocks Business Opportunities for Youth
At just 18 years old, Aganoi (pseudonym) is not only living with HIV but also navigating the challenges of asthma. Despite these obstacles, she has emerged as a beacon of resilience and leadership in her community. As the chairperson of the Ngarium Youth Baking Group, Aganoi faced significant hurdles after […]
Empowering Young Mothers through Entrepreneurship Skills and Business Startups
In Aregorego Cell, Soroti District, a group of 10 young mothers is quietly transforming their lives through the Asianut Liquid Soap Enterprise. They are rewriting their narratives, not as a story of the challenges of young motherhood, but as a testimony to how they’ve turned their lives around to become […]
One Year On, Raraka Youngsters’ Success Highlights the Power of Caregiver Support in Youth Empowerment
The Raraka Youngsters Liquid Soap Making Group, consisting of 10 members, started their empowerment journey in August 2023 in Buteba Sub County, Busia District, thanks to the IGA Booster support from the USAID-funded OVC North East Activity implemented by the Uganda Women’s Effort Save Orphans (UWESO). The group began with […]
USAID-funded OVC North East Activity-supported Mbale Youth IGA Booster Group Empowering Others by Example
The Mbale Youth Group pose with some of the products they sell at the Youth Centre at TASO, Mbale City The Mbale Youth IGA Booster Group is proving that empowered people can indeed empower others. Comprised of members who are part of the Young People and Adolescent Peer Supporters (YAPS) […]
Nurse 1 ( Masulita Children’ Village – MCV )
About UWESO Uganda Women’s Effort to Save Orphans (UWESO) is a National Non-Government Organization that was founded in 1986 by Ugandan mothers who are committed to supporting and caring for orphans and vulnerable children (OVC). Its vision is to have “Healthy Children living in a peaceful world of Opportunity “and […]
First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni celebrates Birthday with Children at the UWESO – Masulita Children’s Village
In a heartwarming and memorable celebration, the Uganda First Lady, Mama Janet Kataaha Museveni, who also serves as the Minister of Education and Sports, chose to mark her birthday with the children of Uganda Women’s Effort to Save Orphans (UWESO) – Masulita Children’s Village. This gesture reflected her deep gratitude […]
USAID-funded Orphans and Vulnerable Children North East Activity Semi-annual Newsletter (October 2023 – March 2024)
We are pleased to share the latest updates from the USAID-funded Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) North East Activity in our semi-annual newsletter covering October 2023 to March 2024. Key highlights: We have made significant strides in improving the lives of OVC in Busia, Katakwi, Kotido, Mbale, Soroti during this […]
Procurement of Agricultural inputs for USAID-funded OVC North East Activity implemented by UWESO.
SECTION 1: REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ) PR-2024-AG-001 ……Subject: Procurement of Agricultural inputs for USAID-funded OVC North East Activity implemented by UWESO.Uganda Women’s Effort to Save Orphans (UWESO) is implementing the USAID OVC North East Activity, Cooperative Agreement # 72061722CA00004. The purpose of the Activity is to prevent new HIV infections […]