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Kampala, Uganda
LGBTI Uganda: Shelter. Support. Strength.
A safe and empowering hub for Uganda’s LGBTI+ community since 2006.
LGBTI Uganda was founded on March 17, 2006 by Elvis Kiwanuka and friends, launching the country's first LGBTQ+ shelter in Kampala. Despite constant threats, we continue to offer health care, housing, and hope to those most at risk.
Learn more about our missionOur Vision & Mission
Our Vision:
To empower LGBT Ugandans and the marginalized
Our Mission:
To receive and rehabilitate LGBT persons and victims of social and domestic abuse through:
- Access to health services
- Education and Skills Training
- Employment and Entrepreneurship
- Talent development and Sports
Over the years, the organization has helped hundreds of our members with short term support ranging from food, medical access, clothing, housing and longer term needs like education and skills training.
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