Life Concern Uganda
Life Concern Uganda is a non-governmental organization in Uganda. It is a rights based non-profit organization mainly operating in the West Nile region of Uganda. Its head office is located in Phaida, Zombo district.[1][2][3]
Overview[edit]
Life Concern Uganda was established by a group of former seminarians from Nebbi /Zombo district in 1998. In 2001, it was registered as a CBO (Community Based Organization). In 2002, it was registered as a non-governmental organization, after which the membership was opened to the public, individuals and other Partner Community Based Organizations (CBOs).[1]
Function/overall objective[edit]
"Empowered, productive and self-reliant youth with employable skills in relevant fields; and effectively contributing to national growth, development and youth employment efforts."[2]
Target[edit]
Poor and marginalized people of the West Nile region such as the poor, unemployed youth, orphans, vulnerable children, vulnerable women(widows, single mothers, divorced /separated) and adolescent girls.[2]
Key program areas[1][edit]
- Human rights
- Democracy
- Good governance
- Education
- Peace building
- Conflict resolution and transformation
- Environment
- Food and income securities
References[edit]
- ^ a b c "Life Concern (LICO)". Peace Insight. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
- ^ a b c "Life Concern, Uganda".
- ^ "About Life Concern (LICO)". Life Concern - A Project for Peace. 2010-11-04. Retrieved 2024-06-30.