Syria

Photograph by Majd Fathallah in Maryam camp, Syria, via our partner organization HIHFAD.

Why does Uganda need your support?

In Uganda, the interplay of educational, healthcare, and environmental challenges paints a complex picture of struggle and resilience. With 3.7 million children out of school, a healthcare system tested by the Ebola outbreak in 2022, and the environmental and humanitarian concerns posed by the East African Crude Oil Pipeline and refugee crises, Uganda faces significant obstacles. Nonetheless, efforts to improve education for women, strengthen healthcare infrastructure, and address environmental sustainability and human rights demonstrate a determined step towards inclusive growth and social equity.

  • Uganda is currently navigating a series of complex environmental and humanitarian crises. The potential environmental damage from the East African Crude Oil Pipeline project and the challenges posed by hosting nearly 1.5 million refugees are among the most pressing issues. These crises call for comprehensive international support to safeguard human rights, ensure environmental sustainability, and improve the well-being of the refugee population. The efforts to address these crises are intertwined with ongoing initiatives to uphold freedom of expression and minority rights. Amidst these challenges, Uganda's demographic dynamics, including a significant rural population and disparities in access to resources like safely managed water, underscore the multifaceted nature of the crises. With a commitment to addressing gender inequality and improving menstrual health and hygiene, Uganda is taking steps toward addressing the underlying issues exacerbating these crises, highlighting the interconnection between social policies and the nation's ability to navigate its current challenges.

  • The health sector in Uganda is under considerable pressure, a situation brought into focus by the Ebola outbreak in 2022. This epidemic highlighted the urgent need for improved healthcare services and the necessity of international support to strengthen Uganda's healthcare infrastructure. Efforts are ongoing to enhance the health system, emphasising protecting human rights and ensuring equitable access to health and education for all Ugandans. The healthcare challenges are immense, but they are being met with a determined response to improve public health outcomes and ensure a resilient healthcare system capable of withstanding future crises.

Aid Pioneers’ response

Local Partners

  • Planning for Tomorrow (P4T) focuses on providing quality education, promoting livelihood through vocational and entrepreneurial skills, ensuring child protection, and offering healthcare services, including surgery and support for those affected by HIV. Their efforts, particularly in Uganda, aim to build sustainable communities and empower individuals, emphasizing the importance of education as a fundamental right and creating a safe environment for children. Through their initiatives, P4T is dedicated to creating a self-reliant community and improving the overall well-being of individuals, especially in challenging environments like refugee settlements. For more information, visit their website (https://www.p4tglobal.org/?lang=en).

Our Impact

What can you do to help?

By donating to our Syria projects you directly supports the healthcare workers in Syria.

Active Campaigns

Deliver life-saving medical equipment to Syrian hospitals

Medical Procurement Syria