Our Stories
How we are rewriting the script for children living in orphanages in Uganda

Family views from prospective foster parents in Uganda
The term “foster care” is used in a variety of ways, and, consequently, it often causes confusion and miscommunication. In the industrialised world it is

“I have made a difference in child care in my village,” Nambusi
Nambusi is a mother of 8 children and has also been taking care of other children in her home. Most of the children she has

“I will work hard to keep my children in school so that they achieve their goals and become responsible in the future,” Namazzi.
Namazzi was involved in a car accident in 2019 that left her unable to walk for a while. Her husband, who was the main bread

“I have come to understand that everyone is prone to vulnerability,” Ruth Naigaga.
My name is Ruth Naigaga, a Social Worker at Child’s i Foundation based in Makindye Division. I work with children, families, youth and key stakeholders

A catch-up with our Community Volunteer, Angella Nagaddya
My name is Angella Nagaddya 28 years old, single mother of 2, pursuing a Degree in Social work at Nsamizi Institute in Mpigi District. I

Our Malaika babies home transformation story
Malaika Babies home was a residential babies centre established in Uganda in 2009 and run by Child’s i Foundation. The reason for setting it up

80 Community Volunteers equipped with bicycles and smartphones to support vulnerable families
80 bicycles and smart phones were distributed to Community Volunteers in Makindye and Mpigi to assist them in visiting, monitoring and supporting vulnerable families. Community

Creating community and school mental awareness hubs to enhance children’s wellbeing
“For some children, school is their safe place to be because of the challenges they face while at home. Schools play a fundamental role in influencing

Rhoda has found a new loving home
Sights of children are playing dodge ball in the compound as we approach the home of Pius and Margret. The children are full of joy,

Child’s i Foundation to demonstrate community-led alternatives to orphanages
Child’s i Foundation has received a grant from the Martin James Foundation (MJF) to implement a two-year project; “Demonstrating Community led Alternatives to Orphanages”. The main

“We all should have an equal opportunity to make it in life”
Hi everyone, my name is Urban! I am a recent graduate of Business Administration from Kyambogo University. I joined Child’s i Foundation in December 2019

“I want to make my future bright”
We find Charles at his small confectionery shop located on a busy narrow road leading to a local University. He welcomes us with a big