United Persons with Disabilities is a nonprofit, community-based organization working to advance employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities in Uganda. Our mission is to empower people with disabilities through creation, lobbying, and advocating for inclusive and equitable access to opportunities, enabling them to achieve their full potential.
“Harunah’s dedication to social entrepreneurship for persons with disabilities has strengthened our program and participants, as well as the disability community in Uganda.”
Heike Boeltzig-Brown Program Director, PFP on Inclusive Civic Engagement
“Through the launch of the Twezimbe project, which organized us into a cooperative, I secured a microcredit that I utilized to establish my own vegetable garden specializing in high-demand crops such as tomatoes and greens.”
Rogers Manishiimwe Participant, Twezimbe Project for Inclusion
“I have mentored many fellows across Africa, but the dedication and drive exhibited by Harunah is truly unmatched. Working with Harunah has been an absolute joy.”
Wendy Parent-Johnson Professor, Virginia Commonwealth University
“UPDS has created a supportive environment where individuals with disabilities are equipped with the necessary skills and resources to establish their own employment.”
“It is a privilege for me to be part of your journey, to bear witness to your impacts on our community, and observe the remarkable progress you make everyday.”
Naluyima Concepta ED, Central Uganda Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Network
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