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]

Life Concern Uganda
AbbreviationLCU
Founded1998
TypeNon-governmental organization
Legal statusNGO
HeadquartersPhaida, Zombo District, Uganda
MembersOpen to the public and partner community-based organizations

Overview

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

"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

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

Source:[1]

  • Human rights
  • Democracy
  • Good governance
  • Education
  • Peace building
  • Conflict resolution and transformation
  • Environment
  • Food and income securities

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Life Concern (LICO)". Peace Insight. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
  2. 1 2 3 "Life Concern, Uganda".
  3. ↑ "About Life Concern (LICO)". Life Concern - A Project for Peace. 2010-11-04. Retrieved 2024-06-30.
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