MOD Public Health Foundation

Project Overview MOD Public Health Foundation implemented a project to increase the uptake of VMMC services among adult males and young men aged 15 and above in Kimanya-Kabonera sub-county, Greater Masaka Region. The project was funded by PEPFAR Uganda Community Small Grants.  Project Period: April 2023-March 2024 Report by: Samuel Waliggo Ssegawa, Executive Director Link for Detailed report:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1g26mNXYIjouTtxOHZSUKHFm5AFwcgpJ-/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=103578137348534220194&rtpof=true&sd=true Objective: To increase the uptake of VMMC services among males and young men aged 15 years and above, contributing to the reduction of new HIV infections and promotion of a healthier future for men and their communities. Project Goal: To mobilize and link at least 1400 eligible men to VMMC services, achieving a minimum of 95% uptake of VMMC services among the targeted population. Key Achievements  Mobilized and linked 1368 eligible men ...

Photo Caption: Making Sight Better to promote Education for Vulnerable Children in underserved communities in Rakai District,  "We enhanced education among vulnerable households when we provided visual aids (glasses) to vulnerable children in Kijjumbula Village, empowering them to reach their full potential." The Story of a Family in Need In Kijjumbula Village, Lwamba Parish, Kirumba Sub-county, Kyotera District, a remarkable story of empowerment and resilience is unfolding. A family of three blind children, abandoned by their father, is thriving thanks to the support of their community, teachers, and well-wishers. The family's journey began when their mother, also blind, was left to care for her three children alone. Despite the challenges they faced, the community rallied around them, providing support and empowerment. The family's house, constructed by Kitovu Mobile, became a symbol of hope and resilience. In 2023, MedWagen, provided support that enabled the childr...

Figure 1: Robert Sinoni is pictured with his loving family at their home in Lwankoni, a heartwarming representation of his journey towards healing, hope, and a brighter future. In Between 2023-2024, MOD Public Health Foundation strengthened access to Gender-Based Violence Prevention services for 250 households in Masaka and Kyotera districts. This initiative not only improved health outcomes but also enhanced household happiness, intimacy, and overall well-being. By addressing the root causes of gender-based violence, MOD Public Health Foundation is creating a safer and more supportive environment for individuals and families to thrive.  MOD Public Health Foundation is working tirelessly to reach out to households with high vulnerability and risks to gender-based violence in Lwankoni Sub-County, Kyotera District. The foundation's efforts aim to raise awareness about ending violence, promoting child rights, and eliminating violence against humanity. Lwankoni Sub-County is an area wh...

"Empowering Women's Groups for Resilience through Green Innovations for Economic Transformation" Venue: Hidden Treasure Nursery, Bwala, Masaka, Uganda Date: June 9th, 2023 Objective: The workshop aimed to achieve the following objectives: - To train programme participants to become expert change agents who can facilitate development and welfare of families. - To sensitize members about improving their environment by using available and appropriate resources around their homes to generate income. - To share experiences from each member on how to manage and promote Life Planning Skilling. - To train members in coping skills to address issues such as those brought about by climate change, crises, and pandemics. - To equip members with skills in problem analysis, problem-posing, and problem-solving. Participants: The workshop brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including: - Executive committee members - Church members - Community well-wishers - Programme partici...

  Photo: Demonstrates the importance of skills building for children with disabilities; Lessons learned from MOD Public Health Foundation, in Masaka City. Children with disabilities are often marginalized and excluded from society, but with the right support and empowerment, they can lead fulfilling lives and contribute to their communities. MOD Public Health Foundation is working to promote the rights and well-being of children with disabilities.  The organization has identified several best practices that foster a better life for children with disabilities and their families. These include being present in the life of children, providing a setting for growth and development, being a committed companion, establishing community events where children participate in life-promoting activities, and forming and maintaining support spaces. Despite the importance of these practices, many communities in Uganda continue to neglect and abandon children with disabilities. This is often d...

Photo: MOD Supporting adaptation to Climate Smart Plans exhibited by Mpugwe Primary School, Masaka City. The Nook Principles, a community-led approach to education, are being successfully applied by selected partners of MOD Public Health Foundation. This innovative approach empowers communities to take ownership of their learning, promoting self-determined education and community development. By partnering with local schools and organizations, MOD Public Health Foundation is promoting the Nook Principles, which enable communities to identify problems, develop solutions, and implement interventions. This approach fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility among community members, who become their own teachers and learners. The Nook Principles are being applied in various contexts, including waste management, recycling, tree-planting, and addressing social issues such as gender-based violence. By empowering communities to take action, MOD Public Health Foundation is promoting sustai...

  In many communities, grandmother-headed households are often overlooked, with the assumption that they are self-sufficient due to the large number of family members living together. However, a closer examination of these households reveals a different reality. In Kimaanya-Kabonera Division of Masaka City, our organization, MOD Public Health Foundation, has been working with grandmother-headed households, and our findings are eye-opening. One such household in New Kumbu Village, which is assumed to be self-sufficient, tells a different story. The grandmother, who is the head of the household, is not earning a steady income, making it challenging for her to provide for the basic needs of the 12 grandchildren under her care. The children are at a critical age of rapid growth and development, requiring regular meals, proper care, and attention to their individual needs. The lack of targeted care and support has led to visible signs of malnutrition, missed opportunities for nutrition ...

  World TB Day at MOD Public Health Foundation, Masaka City, Uganda. March 24, 2023 # YES! WeCanEndTBby2030 #WeCanEndTB Today is World TB Day. The theme for this year's World TB Day is    “ Yes!  We Can End TB.”   This theme brings attention to tuberculosis (TB) and that it is in our collective power to end TB by 2030 and therefore reach the SDG goals.  In view of that, our people-centered health promotion work as MOD brings hope and continues to build on the amazing work done in Uganda as one of the TB High Burden Countries to recover from the impact of the COVID epidemic. We continue to support through advocacy the access to new diagnostics, new treatment regimens, digital technology, and artificial intelligence (AI) for the TB response. The YES! We Can End TB, also centers on the increased engagement of those affected by TB, communities, and civil society who are leading the movement toward ending this disease. This year is going to be critical for all o...

  MOD Steering Committee and Board of Trustees Participating in a CSO Movement Building Meeting on 16th June 2023. Venue:  MOD/Public Health Foundation/Public Health Consultants, Uganda Date:  16/06/2023 Purpose:  To rebrand as a Social-Economic Transformation and Environment Conservation Network (SETECON) of the South-Central Region (Greater Masaka Region). Specific Objectives 1)       Train members of the Board of Trustees in Organisation Development and Strengthening Skills to enable them to translate the SDG into lived experiences; and to conduct effective monitoring, evaluation, and learning as well as generation of reports. 2)       Revitalize staff morale, and empower them to engage in visioning, implementation, self-propulsion, and accountability sessions to ensure better performance. 3)       Introduce the elements of “Public Health,” Emancipatory Public Health,” and “Adaptive Public ...

   Figure 1: Public Health Steering Team-Uganda (PHSTU) during the  National Integrity Award " Stopping Corruption Requires Collaboration, Contributes To Ending Poverty and Sets The Prosperity For All Pace" Period:  11th July 2023 Venue : Hotel Africana   Date:   11 th  July 2023 Targeted Places/Oganisations: Frontline, Political and Management Services   Objectives a)      To define the parameters of integrity. b)      To show-case identified persons who have exemplified integrity c)      To connect integrity, the fight against poverty and how these are connected to corruption. d)      To showcase evidence of inequality, public debt and countering corruption. e)      To enhance community-level creation of reward and recognition mechanisms to uphold integrity. f) Leverage opportunities for people to ...