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Umoja for Peace and Resilience (UPR), formerly known as Umoja Charity Foundation, is a non-profit organization founded in 2019. Since its inception, UPR has been dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals in humanitarian settings within Uganda. Initially established In 2019 as Umoja Charity Foundation, the organization aimed to address the unique challenges faced by those affected by displacement and conflict. However, recognizing the evolving needs of the communities it served, the organization underwent a significant transformation in 2023, leading to its rebranding as Umoja for Peace and Resilience. This transformative journey signifies UPR’s unwavering commitment to empowering individuals within humanitarian contexts. The organization’s focus extends beyond conventional aid, aiming to foster lasting peace and resilience in the communities it engages with. The rebrand to Umoja for Peace and Resilience reflects a strategic alignment with the broader vision of sustainable support and empowerment. UPR operates at the intersection of compassion and empowerment, leveraging its resources to create tangible and sustainable change. By addressing the multifaceted needs of those in humanitarian settings, UPR strives to uplift individuals and communities, providing them with the tools and support necessary to overcome challenges and build resilient futures. As Umoja for Peace and Resilience continues its impactful journey, it remains steadfast in its dedication to promoting peace, resilience, and empowerment for those most vulnerable, embodying the spirit of unity and collaboration for a brighter and more resilient future in Uganda.
At UPR, we envision a world where refugees and forcibly displaced individuals not only overcome the challenges of displacement but thrive with resilience and self-reliance.
UPR is committed to empowering refugees and forcibly displaced individuals by providing essential tools, skills, and resources that enhance their lives and foster sustainable self-reliance.

Our core values

UPR believes in the importance of local ownership of development processes. Local communities should actively participate in identifying their own needs, developing solutions and taking the lead in implementing their own interventions.
The organization promotes participatory approaches that allow communities to be involved in every step of the development process. This promotes inclusivity, transparency, and accountability in development interventions.
UPR believes in openness and transparency in all its operations. The organization ensures that its processes, policies, and decisions are clear and easily accessible to all stakeholders.
UPR is committed to holding itself accountable to the communities it serves, donors, partners, volunteers, and employees. The organization ensures that it achieves its objectives and meets its commitments through regular monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of its progress.
UPR promotes solutions that are sustainable, long-term, and meet the present and future needs of communities. The organization believes that solutions that are environmentally friendly, socially inclusive, MISSION UPR is committed to empowering refugees and forcibly displaced individuals by providing essential tools, skills, and resources that enhance their lives and foster sustainable self-reliance. VISION At UPR, we envision a world where refugees and forcibly displaced individuals not only overcome the challenges of displacement but thrive with resilience and self-reliance. 4 SOCIAL INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT and economically viable are more sustainable in the long run an d promote resilience.
The organization respects and values diversity and believes in fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates differences and promotes equality. UPR upholds human rights and the dignity of all individuals, irrespective of their background.

At Umoja for Peace and Resilience (UPR), we empower refugees and displaced individuals through education, vocational training, mental health support, and entrepreneurship development. Our social innovation labs foster local solutions, while our advocacy efforts promote supportive policies. We are dedicated to building resilient and self-reliant communities.

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Key milestones

2019: UPR was established as Umoja Charity Foundation.
2020: Launched our first major project, providing vocational training to over 200 refugees.
2021: Formed strategic partnerships with local and international NGOs to expand our reach.
2023: Rebranded to Umoja for Peace and Resilience to better reflect our mission and vision.
Impact and Success Stories

Team and Leadership.

Our dedicated team at Umoja for Peace and Resilience (UPR) is composed of passionate professionals and volunteers committed to empowering individuals in humanitarian settings. With a wealth of experience and a shared vision, our team works tirelessly to create sustainable change and foster peace and resilience in Uganda.

Honore Kabongo

Board Chair

Aristarque Ashige

Board Member.

Julienne Kanyere

Board vice chair.

Andrew Karungi

Board secretary.

Elizabeth nakato.

Board member.

United in Purpose

UPR works to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. Our focus on helping communities become stronger and more independent. UPR believes in working closely with local communities to understand their needs and create lasting solutions. Our value openness, accountability, and respect for diversity in all our actions. The mission of UPR is to give refugees and displaced people the skills, tools, and resources they need to improve their lives and become self-reliant. Our vision is to see these individuals not just surviving but thriving, with the strength and ability to overcome their challenges.

Our partners

Umoja for Peace and Resilience (UPR) collaborates with a diverse range of partners including local communities, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and international donors. These partnerships are crucial in amplifying our impact, pooling resources, and fostering innovative solutions. Together, we work towards empowering refugees and displaced individuals, promoting peace, and building resilient communities in Uganda.