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YAWE Foundation has hosted dozens of volunteers over the years. Come spend time with us and experience the ways YAWE Foundation impacts people's lives. Enjoy the beauty of the Fort Portal area as you work with with staff to improve the community.

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Discover our ongoing projects and make a contribution that goes directly to improving the lives of people in Rwenzori region of Uganda. Choose to support the sector that is most meaningful to you. Whether it be food security, education or health initiatives .

Core Programs

YAWE Foundation’s core programs fall within the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the United Nations. However, our programs are focused on identifying the marginalized individuals and empowering them with skills, health, and economic opportunity. This means sponsoring Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) to attend school or teaching the youth transferable skills to generate their own income. In order to be successful, our programs are designed with key stakeholders at the beginning and always have a sustainability plan established. 

HEALTH CARE

  • HIV Prevention and Management
  • Sexual Reproductive health
  • Cervical Cancer screening
  • Antenatal and Maternity Services.

VOCATIONAL SKILLING

  • Welding
  • Woodworking
  • Computer skilling
  • Community Radio .

Sports and culture

  • Women Empowerment
  • Cultural group
  • Involvement in Sports
  • Care Givers Support.

FOOD SECURITY

  • Sustainable Agriculture
  • Kitchen Gardening
  • Nutrition Education
  • Food Aid to Vulnerable families.

Latest News

Our blog is a hub for the latest news and updates on our day-to-day operations and programs, as well as those of our partners. We post weekly updates on the activities of YAWE Foundation and share stories of impact and success in the communities we serve. Stay tuned for inspiring content and behind-the-scenes glimpses of our work.

YAWE Foundation Distributes Food Relief to Youth Living with HIV in Western Uganda

YAWE Foundation Distributes Food Relief to Youth Living with HIV in Western Uganda

On April 16th and 17th, 2025, YAWE Foundation carried out a successful food relief distribution to support youth living with HIV across Fort Portal City, Kabarole, and Bunyangabu districts. This initiative provided much-needed support to 181 youth, addressing food insecurity issues that had been clearly voiced during the 12th Annual Youth Conference held at YAWE…

Bringing Healthcare to the Vulnerable: YAWE Foundation’s Medical Outreach in Katunguru Camp, Kanaara Sub-County, Ntorko

Bringing Healthcare to the Vulnerable: YAWE Foundation’s Medical Outreach in Katunguru Camp, Kanaara Sub-County, Ntorko

In response to the ongoing challenges faced by internally displaced people in Katunguru Camp, Kanaara Sub-County, YAWE Foundation conducted a life-changing medical outreach on January 31, 2025. The camp, home to over 1,000 flood-affected residents, has struggled with limited access to healthcare, food, and clean water. Recognizing this urgent need, YAWE Foundation, in partnership with…

The 12th Youth Conference: Empowering Young Lives in the Fight Against HIV

The 12th Youth Conference: Empowering Young Lives in the Fight Against HIV

From November 28 to December 2, 2024, the 12th Youth Conference brought together 100 young people living with HIV for a powerful and transformative experience. Organized by the YAWE Foundation and supported by key partners, including the Deutsche AIDS-Stiftung, this event served as a crucial step in the global mission to end HIV and AIDS…

How We Work.

Through the help of community leaders and partner organizations, we are able to identify and assist individuals living in high risk environments. Once a relationship is established, that person can be enrolled into the different vocational activities. Also, we often identify people in need of support through our frequent health outreach programs. Additionally, we operate a safe space for the youth to come and seek appropriate services. We pride ourselves on availability as someone is always ready to respond to a need when the time comes. 

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What Our Beneficiaries say

At YAWE Foundation, we value feedback and take the time to listen to what people are saying about our work and the experiences of our beneficiaries. We make a concerted effort to read through comments, reviews, and suggestions to continuously improve and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Who We Work With

Collaboration is key in our line of work, and we have been fortunate to partner with several organizations that share our mission and values, and together, we have been able to make a significant impact in our communities. See the list of implementing partners below: