Empowering Persons with Disabilities

A society where every person with a disability is recognized, valued, and empowered.

We uphold dignity through robust advocacy, challenge stigma, and build inclusive communities across Uganda.

Who We Are

Lamicare DRO Uganda

LAMICARE DRO Uganda is a non-governmental, non-profit, and community-based organization operating in Uganda, born from a collective vision of a society where every person with a disability is recognized, valued, and empowered to live with dignity and full participation.

We are a community-driven organization, devoted to building a future free from discrimination and brimming with opportunity for persons with disabilities. Our work is guided by our core values of dignity, inclusion, accountability, courage, and justice.

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Our Purpose

Mission & Vision

MISSION

Upholding Dignity

To uphold the dignity of persons with disabilities through robust advocacy and awareness campaigns, challenging stigma and promoting a society where their rights are respected, and they can live with full dignity and influence.

VISION

Empowered Communities

A society where persons with disabilities are empowered to fully exercise their rights, live with dignity, and actively lead, thrive, and shape their communities.

Our Impact

Results That Speak for Themselves

Every number reflects dignity restored, skills built, and communities opened to persons with disabilities.

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Persons with disabilities reached through advocacy and awareness

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Leaders trained in mentorship and community influence programmes

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Participants in inclusive education and livelihood pathways

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Partner organisations and community structures engaged

Our Work

Five Focus Areas. One Mission.

LAMICARE DRO Uganda is dedicated to transformative action that empowers persons with disabilities and promotes an inclusive society.

Advocacy
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Advocacy & Policy Reform

We actively advocate for legal reforms and the full realization of the rights of persons with disabilities, working to embed inclusive policies across all sectors.

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Leadership
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Leadership & Empowerment

We empower persons with disabilities through targeted leadership and mentorship training, enhancing their skills, participation and influence.

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Education
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Inclusive Education & Livelihoods

We develop and support inclusive education and sustainable livelihood programs that create equal opportunities and promote independence.

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Civic Participation
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Civic Participation & Social Change

We facilitate platforms that enhance meaningful civic participation, dialogue and collective action for a truly inclusive society.

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Partnerships
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Building Strategic Partnerships

We build strong partnerships with government, civil society, international partners and stakeholders to advance disability rights.

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Guiding Principles

Our Core Values

Dignity

Recognizing the inherent value of every person with a disability, ensuring respect, honour and autonomy.

Inclusion

Creating environments and systems where persons with disabilities fully participate in all aspects of society.

Accountability

Holding ourselves and others responsible for upholding the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities.

Courage

Standing up for the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities, even when it is difficult.

Justice

Working towards equitable access to resources, opportunities and remedies for rights violations.

In Action

Lives Changed. Communities Transformed.

From leadership training and inclusive education to livelihoods and advocacy — our work centres the voices and leadership of persons with disabilities.

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How We Work

Our Approach

True change comes from centring the voices and leadership of persons with disabilities.

Leadership by Experience

Significant representation of persons with disabilities on our Board of Directors reflects our commitment to authentic leadership.

Transparency & Accountability

Rigorous financial management, independent audits, zero tolerance for corruption, and robust data privacy policies.

Community-Driven

We partner with grassroots advocates, professional experts, critical friends, donors and media allies to amplify impact.

Partners & Donors

Trusted by organisations that share our mission

The LEGO Foundation
Office of the Prime Minister Uganda
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South Sudan Relief and Rehabilitation Commission
Save the Children
War Child
Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Uganda
Conrad N. Hilton Foundation