Behind every statistic is a person who refused to be defined by their disability. These are their stories — told in their own words.
Every story here is real. Every number represents a life changed not by charity, but by community.
Entrepreneurship SupportHearing Impairment
JOSUDDI gave me hope when I had none. I now support my family with dignity.
A young man with a hearing impairment, John struggled to find employment until he gained business skills and support through the initiative. Today, he runs a growing phone accessories business and earns a stable income.
From unemployed to business owner earning UGX 1 million monthly and supporting his family
Savings Groups (VSLA)intellectual Disability
My disability doesn't define me. JOSUDDI helped me see my potential.
David faced severe discrimination due to his intellectual disability. Through our advocacy programs and vocational training, he learned horticultural skills. He now manages a community garden, grows vegetables for sale, and has become a PWD rights advocate in his village.
Managing community garden, generates income from agriculture, and serves as a community advocate
Disability Support & Skills TrainingHearing Impairment
I never thought I could save money. The VSLA group showed me that together, we are stronger.
Margaret struggled to access credit due to her hearing disability and lack of collateral. Joining our VSLA transformed her access to finance. shee saved over UGX 1 million, accessed a loan, and started a tailoring business.
Saved UGX 1M+, successfully running tailoring business, and trains other deaf PWDs in tailoring skills
Comprehensive Support ProgramMultiple Disabilities — Blind & Deaf
Society said I was worthless. JOSUDDI showed me my true value.
Fatima faced the most severe marginalisation due to her multiple disabilities. Our intensive support included assistive device provision, specialised training, and income support. She now leads peer support groups for other PWDs with multiple disabilities and advocates for their inclusion.
Leads peer support groups, trained in advocacy, supported 15+ PWDs with multiple disabilities
Entrepreneurship & Savings GroupsMobility Impairment
JOSUDDI believed in me when I didn't believe in myself. Now I believe in others.
David participated in both VSLA and entrepreneurship programs. He saved money through the group, accessed a startup loan, and established a phone repair business. His shop now employs 2 people and serves the entire community.
Business owner, employs 2 people, monthly income UGX 200k+
Community members, leaders, and healthcare workers share what they have witnessed.
"As a VSLA leader, I've seen how JOSUDDI's programs unite our community. The respect and dignity given to PWDs through these programs is unmatched."
Amina Namusoke
VSLA Group Leader
"JOSUDDI has brought remarkable change to our community. The stigma against PWDs has reduced significantly thanks to their awareness campaigns."
Kakooza Ronald
Community Leader
"I've witnessed the health improvements in our community since JOSUDDI's programs started. PWDs now have access to healthcare and psychological support."
Waswa Peter
Healthcare Worker
Numbers that represent real lives, real families, real communities transformed.
PWDs Empowered
and growing every month
Businesses Started
by PWDs across Uganda
Active VSLAs
across Kampala & Wakiso
Communities Reached
and still expanding
Are you a PWD looking for support? Or someone who wants to help create change? Join us today.
