Operating Community

Centers in

Uganda

Building sustainable paths for under-resourced communities to thrive through access to education, creative expression, and physical activity

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COMMUNITY-led solutions for

wellbeing, happiness & hope

Celebrating a Decade in Nakuwadde

Our Mission

is to advance the social, personal, and economic development of children, youth, and adults in Uganda through greater access to education and other life-changing resources.

Watercolor drawing of Porridge served in Uganda.

For Uganda’s Children

A cup of porridge may seem insignificant, but half the children in Uganda don’t have three meals a day.

Hunger creates a barrier to learning, so The Center at Action in Africa offers healthy and delicious cups of porridge to everyone.

Watercolor drawingof hand holding pencil representing education.

Our Efforts

For Uganda’s Youth

Many Ugandans won’t pass 7th grade, so Action in Africa offers merit-based scholarships and mentorships to guide every child from grade school through university graduation and beyond.

Watercolor drawing of medical kit for outreach in Uganda.

For Uganda’s Adults

12 million Ugandans live in poverty, so in addition to pop-up healthcare clinics, Action in Africa offers adult education programs, covering topics that adult students need to prosper.

to solve these exact challenges and provide life-changing support to thousands of people in underserved communities, we have provided…

86,291

Cups of porridge for Uganda’s children this year

170

High school-aged students scholarships to obtain a quality education

894

Nakuwadde community members medical services at no cost

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From Secondary Student Scholarship Beneficiary to Action in Africa Fellow
“I honestly did not expect my education journey to go past high school. Fast-forward, I am graduating to pursue a career in diplomacy. I am very excited about the life ahead of me and appreciate Action in Africa for bringing me this far.”
From Secondary Student to University Student Scholarship Beneficiary
“My advice to kids in Uganda is to be respectful and use the opportunities given to you in the right time!”
From Secondary Student Scholarship Beneficiary to Action in Africa Fellow
“My advice to young students in Uganda is to be patient in life, good things are yet to come!”
From Secondary Student Scholarship Beneficiary to University Graduate
“I didn’t expect that I would reach campus, but I did and I am so grateful!”
From Secondary Student Scholarship Beneficiary to University Graduate
“I am eager to study until people call me ‘Dr. William!’”