Uganda 2026

During the Uganda 2026 project, Operation International Canada partnered with three local orphanages supported by Operation International, Inc., collectively caring for approximately 2,500 children. The project allowed us to build strong relationships with orphanage directors, staff, and community leaders and, most importantly, establish the foundation for long-term collaboration.

A key objective was to better understand the children’s physical and mental health needs and identify areas where future initiatives could create sustainable, measurable impact. Working directly with our local partners, we assessed priorities related to healthcare access, mental health, nutrition, child protection, and long-term development.

Immediate support was also provided through essential donations and nutrition initiatives, including the purchase of a cow to provide fresh milk and the development of a chicken coop project to supply eggs. These initiatives were designed not only to address immediate needs but also to strengthen local capacity and food security over time.

One of the most significant challenges identified was the lack of official registration and accessible birth records for many children, creating barriers to identity, education, healthcare, protection, and future opportunities. In response, we began developing a structured database to document the children and their individual circumstances and needs. This work represents the first step toward strengthening long-term follow-up, coordination, advocacy, and access to essential services.

Most importantly, the 2025 project established a foundation for continued work in Uganda. Together with our local partners, we are now exploring and developing long-term projects focused on physical and mental healthcare, sustainable nutrition, child documentation and legal identity, protection, education, and improved access to essential services.

Our goal is to move beyond one-time assistance and develop community-driven initiatives that strengthen local capacity and create lasting improvements in the health, well-being, and future opportunities of the children we serve.