Background

The effects of Uganda's decades of conflict continue to be felt in many communities. While relative peace has returned, the legacy of conflict—including trauma, displacement, poverty, and disrupted access to education and basic services—continues to shape the lives of vulnerable families.

In Ongutoi Village, these challenges are compounded by limited access to essential resources and opportunities. Children may face barriers to education, adequate nutrition, and clean water, while individuals affected by conflict and trauma may have limited access to appropriate psychosocial support.

For many families, these challenges are interconnected. A child who lacks adequate food or clean water may struggle to attend or succeed in school. A family affected by trauma may have difficulty rebuilding stable livelihoods. Addressing one need in isolation is therefore rarely enough.

CORE Uganda responds by taking a holistic approach that recognizes the connections between education, health, well-being, basic needs, and economic resilience.