Description

Background:
Mind Uganda was founded in December 2009 by a group of Ugandan nationals and registered under the Government of Uganda as a company limited by guarantee (Non profit making organization) in April 2011.

The founding members of Mind Uganda realized that there was an increase in the number of orphans, vulnerable people and women (OVPW) in the country, deteriorating standard of living among the masses as a result of alarming levels of poverty in the country being fueled by the global financial constraints, poor health. With such a background Mind Uganda founding members felt that there was a need to support such people for their well-being and the entire community in general. Through empowering them to participate in decision making and advocate for their rights helps us to develop children, youth and elderly physically and emotionally, hence developing into responsible citizens.

Mind Ugand is a registered non-profit oriented organiation registration No: 129866 that targets vulnerable communities.It started her operations in December, 2009 and operates in Mubende and Kyankwanzi districts.

Mind Uganda was founded strategically to improve the lives of the marginalised groups of people in our local communities in Uganda, therefore, it is a grassroot based organisation that works with the last person on the ground.

Mind Uganda was founded by Mr. Biryomuriwe Gad, who lured other 8 people to join him that is; Birungi Jemimah, Asaasira Genunine, Tasingika Irene, Kamusheijja K Stephen, Tusiime Lillian, Barigye Ivan, Rwakozyo Solomon and Muhoozi Erisa

Mind Uganda was founded with belief of changing people's miserable living into a better living with their motto of people empowering people. It's upon this ground that;

Mind Uganda dedicates all her solicited funds to; Sponsorship for orphans through placement in schools in their respective communities and raising awareness on their needs and potentials, Helping vulnerable people like the old aged, the lame, most sick with chronical diseases e.g T.B and HIV/AIDS, the most poor e.t.c, Supporting female and grand parent headed families with basic skills and income support activities through providing micro-credits where neccessary to improve their livelihood.

MIND; Therefore, stands to be the element that enables other people be aware of the world, think, feel, tourch and solve their experiences. It's upon this ground that Mr. Biryomuriwe Gad was inspired to come up with Mind Uganda.

We welcome all sorts of aid to support our cause.

Remember YOU and I, we "empower to be empowered" for it's only people empowering people. Use your dollar to save hundreds, thousands and millions of people in Uganda.

Travel Types

• Birdwatching
• Camping
• Volunteering

Qualifications

This program does not have any qualifications required

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

800

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• Registration fees

Program Fees Include:

Food: breakfast, lunch and supper (Feeding on our local foods)
Housing: Sleeping in the volunteer house, electricity, water
Registering: Registering

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Every one is free to come and volunteer with us. Family, individual, couples or groups

Age Range

16 above

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 MONTH

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Mind Uganda's Mission Statement

To enable orphans, vulnerable people and women acquire quality formal education, life skills and basic needs in order to implement equalization of opportunities through involvement in relevant programs in Uganda. Vision: We envision a society where all orphans, vulnerable people and women are free from chains of poverty, illiteracy and ignorance and are enjoying equal opportunities with others in Uganda.

Year Founded

2009