When people are healthy, they can be productive. When they are economically empowered, they can access better health. This virtuous cycle is the foundation of our work.
Strengthening community resilience to climate risks affecting women and girls through sustainable, community-led solutions.
Providing accessible maternal health services, family planning, and psychosocial support to underserved communities.
Building financial resilience through Women Savings Groups, entrepreneurship training, and climate-smart agriculture.
Establishing safe spaces and support networks for survivors, with trained community leaders facilitating dialogues.
While a significant portion (70%) of Ugandans reside within a 5km radius of a healthcare facility, the high cost of quality medical services is an obstacle for those living on minimal income. This often leads to reliance on over-the-counter prescriptions, contributing to the development of drug resistance and a worsening prognosis of illnesses. Furthermore, the existing healthcare services often lack cultural sensitivity, making them less acceptable to marginalized and underserved populations.
Annually, it’s estimated that over 6,000 women and girls succumb to complications related to pregnancy and childbirth. Astonishingly, the majority of these causes are preventable. Our fragile health infrastructure fails to provide mothers and children with sufficient access to crucial, life-saving healthcare. A project like SEMEC focuses on bridging the gaps related to access to skilled birth care and delays contributing to maternal and child mortality. Over time, our community-oriented maternal and child
Measurable change in the lives of women, children, and communities
Stories and updates from our community programs
