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

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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

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"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

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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]

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

References

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