Our mission
To unlock the amazing potential of every child by fighting poverty, addressing poor health and ensuring that these children have access to quality education while advocating for their rights and providing safe places to nurture their natural talents
Our foundation
The WEHAT Foundation was founded in 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in Uganda, by Collins Kasujja and Roy Mugisha to address the challenges and needs of vulnerable children within their community.
Our vision
The WEHAT Foundation’s vision is to create a poverty-free and child-empowered society in Uganda that is guided by the principles of equality, inclusion and accountability
Our work
The WEHAT Foundation is dedicated to empowering girls and children. The focus of the foundation is to break barriers and nurture potential. From educational programs to mentorship opportunities, the WEHAT Foundation has witnessed the transformative impact of investing in young girl’s futures. By partnering with schools, local communities, and advocacy groups, the foundation has cultivated environments where girls can flourish, dream, and achieve their aspirations.
The WEHAT Foundation’s commitment to children’s well-being has seen the expansion of healthcare initiatives and the creation of safe spaces for recreation and education to ensure that children have the opportunity to thrive. In underserved communities, the WEHAT Foundation’s sustainable development projects, ranging from clean water to vocational training programs, aim to uplift and empower residents towards self-suficiency.
Despite persistent challenges, our strong partnerships, collective determination, and innovative approach to sustainable development at the WEHAT Foundation continue to drive progress.
Areas of focus
The WEHAT Foundation focuses on the five vital pillars of a healthy childhood
Welfare
The WEHAT Foundation provides relief to the vulnerable and disadvantaged children in selected neighborhoods within Kampala and across Uganda through food, domestic items, clothes, and many others.
Education
The WEHAT Foundation identifies vulnerable and disadvantaged children. After registering the children, the foundation identifies appropriate schools for the children selected and provides support to pay their school fees with constant monitoring and follow up on their education progress.
Besides formal education, the WEHAT Foundation involves these children in other forms of education, for example, career guidance, sports, and other appropriate activities.
Health care
The WEHAT Foundation partners and works with various medical centers and doctors to provide health care to children. In addition, we provide medication, vaccination, mosquito nets, and advice on the right nutrition for the better health of children.
Advocacy
The WEHAT Foundation lawyers and partners advocate for the rights of vulnerable and disadvataged children and provide support with legal representation where necessary.
The foundation also organizes camps occasionally to teach and educate communities about children’s rights.
Talent development
The WEHAT Foundation engages, develops, and creates opportunities for children in different talent activities, including sports such as football, basketball, netball, and volleyball, in addition to other talents including singing, acting, dancing, and poetry.
