Our Story
Our Journey through the Years
Located in Kitega village, Kawolo Sub-county, Mukono District, approximately 40km from Kampala, Uganda’s capital, Kitega Community Centre serves the rural village of Kitega and its surrounding areas, including the nearby town of Lugazi. The local economy is predominantly agricultural, but a significant portion of the population faces unemployment and low living standards.
Our Story
Kitega Community Centre, a Christian organization, was founded by Rev. Canon Silas Musoke with support from the Kingserve Trust in Scotland. From 1999 to 2004, it operated under the National Association for the Mentally Handicapped and became an independent NGO in 2004. The Centre is interdenominational and welcomes all individuals without discrimination. Our mission is to foster a better world by creating a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive.
Our Focus
For many years, Kitega Community Centre has focused on supporting children with learning difficulties, often abandoned by their families who believed their disabilities were curses or linked to evil spirits. This neglect deprived these children of essential care, rights, and opportunities.
Our Impact
Kitega Community Centre has stepped in to demonstrate that with adequate educational, social, and emotional support, children with disabilities can acquire the skills needed to become self-reliant and valuable members of their families and communities. We are dedicated to ensuring that every child has the chance to learn, grow, and contribute to a better, more inclusive society.
Our Mission
To empower children with disadvantages and disabilities, to advocate for disability rights, and to foster community-owned development so that everyone can lead dignified, productive lives.
Our Vision
To achieve a healthy, sustainable community where every member is respected and valued; leads a dignified life, and contributes to the development of their community.
Our Faith Statement
Our work is guided by our faith in Jesus Christ’s love for all, the poor, sick and suffering. “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me” (Matt 25:40)
Meet The Team
David has been an integral part of the Centre for over 10 years, bringing a wealth of experience in coaching, program strategy and monitoring and evaluation. He serves as the Executive team leader and advisor to the board. David loves traveling, reading and conversations about growth.
James joined the Kitega Centre in 2017 as an intern pursuing his degree in Social Work.
James is currently the Centre’s Team leader and overseas the daily management of execution of tasks and projects. James enjoys sports, and he his passionate about community development.