Community First Uganda
Empowering Communities Since 2020

Community First
Uganda

We engage and empower vulnerable and marginalized communities to live holistically improved lives.

Sustainable Development in Action

Our Programs
Transform Lives

From education to economic empowerment, we create lasting change through community-led initiatives.

Building Brighter Futures

Community-Led
Change

We believe in the power of local leadership to drive sustainable development across Uganda.

Holistic Transformation

Whole-Community
Approach

Addressing spiritual, social, and economic needs together for lasting impact.

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Our Mission

Empowering Communities,
Transforming Lives

To engage and empower vulnerable and marginalized communities — with a special focus on Somali urban refugees in Kampala — to identify their needs, develop their potential, and live holistically improved lives through participatory development.

2020
Founded
300+
Lives Impacted
4
Core Programs
100%
Community-Led
Community First Uganda
300+
Community members empowered since 2020
0
Core Programs
0+
Lives Impacted
0
Programming Areas
0+
Activities Offered
Our Programs

Comprehensive Programs,
Lasting Impact

Designed with our community to create lasting positive impact across four key development areas — from literacy to livelihood.

Literacy & Development
3 Activities

Literacy & Development

Empowering minds through language mastery, children's education, and digital literacy for comprehensive learning foundation.

Language Classes Children Classes Computer Classes
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Sports & Social Engagements
4 Activities

Sports & Social Engagements

Building community bonds through sports, fitness, and social connections that strengthen our collective spirit.

Soccer Aerobics Gym Women Groups
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Community Services
6 Activities

Community Services

Comprehensive support for health, legal aid, and psychosocial wellbeing through community-centered care programs.

Healthcare Medical Outreach Legal Aid Counseling Trauma Healing Home Welfare
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Livelihood Support
5 Activities

Livelihood Support

Sustainable income generation through practical skills and entrepreneurship development for economic empowerment.

Crocheting Henna Art Tailoring Soap Making Computer Programming
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Community Center
Community Hub

Community Center
for Learning

Our community center at Noor Emporium, Mengo Hill Road serves as the heart of our programs, bringing together learning, skilling, and social engagement in a welcoming space for the Somali community and beyond.

Learning Hub

Language classes, computer training, and children's education programs

Skilling Center

Vocational training, arts & crafts, and entrepreneurship development

Social Space

Community gatherings, Gym, Aerobics and social engagement

Stories of Transformation
“Community First Uganda has helped me a lot. They teach English and computers. I came here as a beginner last year, but now I'm getting better. I am grateful for their support. Thank you, Community First Uganda.”
A
Ayanle
Program Beneficiary
Our Partners

Trusted By Community Partners

Hope Speaks
UNHCR
Kampala Capital City
Mengo Community
National Bureau for NGOs
Hope Speaks
UNHCR
Kampala Capital City
Mengo Community
National Bureau for NGOs

Join Our
Community

We invite you to participate in our life with the community. Together, we can create lasting change and build stronger, more resilient communities.