Help and empower women and children in vulnerable communities of uganda

Location: Jinja, Uganda

Mothers and Children Uganda (MCU) is a community-based organization located in jinja, Jinja, Uganda. We were founded by Bimbasa and Alex with the vision of supporting vulnerable mothers and children in rural communities. Our work is rooted in the belief that every child deserves a safe, healthy, and nurturing start in life, and that empowering mothers is key to breaking the cycle of poverty.
What We Do
Maternal Support: We provide guidance and assistance to mothers, especially single mothers and those from disadvantaged backgrounds, through counseling, parenting support, and community-based initiatives.
Child Development: We run programs focused on early childhood education, nutrition, and basic healthcare to give children the best possible foundation for growth and learning.
Community Empowerment: We organize skills-training workshops, awareness programs, and sustainable livelihood projects to help families achieve self-reliance.
Health & Nutrition: We advocate for maternal and child health through nutritional support, health awareness campaigns, and access to safe water.
Education Support: We assist children in accessing school by providing learning materials, mentorship, and a safe learning environment.

Our Mission
To empower mothers and nurture children through education, health, and sustainable community support so that families can thrive and communities can grow stronger together.

Impact
Supporting vulnerable mothers with resources and skills to raise healthy families
Improving child welfare by promoting education, nutrition, and safety
Building stronger communities through womens empowerment initiatives

WORKING ARRANGEMENT

Volunteer Tasks
As a volunteer, you may be involved in:
Supporting children with basic education (reading, writing, numeracy, creative activities)
Assisting with childcare and playtime
Helping with nutrition and feeding programs
Organizing games, sports, and arts & crafts for children
Supporting mothers in skills training and empowerment workshops
Helping with community outreach (health awareness, home visits, or organizing events)
Assisting with administrative tasks, fundraising, or social media if you have related skills

Working Hours
Volunteers usually help for 45 hours per day, 5 days a week
Afternoons and weekends are generally free for cultural exchange, rest, or exploring Jinja and the Nile area

Preferred Length of Stay
Minimum stay: 2 weeks (to allow enough time for settling in and meaningful engagement)
Ideal stay: 13 months for deeper involvement and cultural exchange
We are also open to longer stays for volunteers interested in taking on bigger projects (education, health, or capacity building).

LIVING ARRANGEMENT

Food
We provide three local meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Meals are simple, healthy Ugandan dishes such as beans, rice, posho, chapati, vegetables, fruits, and sometimes fish or meat.
Volunteers are welcome to join in cooking and also share recipes from their home countries if they wish.
Clean drinking water, tea, and seasonal fruits are available.

Accommodation
Volunteers stay in a modest shared guesthouse or homestay near the project site.
Rooms are usually shared (23 people per room), but private space may be arranged if available.
Basic facilities include a bed with a mosquito net, shared bathroom with running water, and electricity (though power cuts may happen occasionally).
Laundry can be done by hand (volunteers may do it themselves or ask for assistance).

Atmosphere
The accommodation is simple but comfortable, offering a chance to experience authentic Ugandan rural life.
We live as a community, sharing meals and daily life together.
Volunteers often become part of our extended family, sharing stories, culture, and traditions.

WEBSITE

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Help and empower women and children in vulnerable communities of uganda