AASED is a Ugandan nonprofit dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities through sustainable, inclusive development. The organization focuses on improving livelihoods, strengthening health systems, promoting human rights, and advancing education and environmental conservation. Guided by strong values and a community-centered approach, AASED works to create long-lasting social and economic change across Uganda.

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Plot 22, Ssebagala Road, Red Cross Premises, Masindi Municipality, Butalangu Town Council, Nakaseke District

asedorg.ug@gmail.com

+256 782 232 564

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Economic Empowerment

AASED empowers communities economically through sustainable agriculture, vocational skills training, and support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). By enhancing access to resources, markets, and livelihood opportunities, AASED enables individuals, especially vulnerable groups, to achieve self-reliance, improve their living standards, and contribute meaningfully to local economic development and resilience.

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Justice, Human Rights, Governance, and Social Accountability

AASED promotes justice, human rights, and good governance by empowering communities through advocacy and social accountability. It ensures marginalized voices are heard and strengthens citizens’ capacity to demand their rights, engage in decision-making processes, and hold leaders accountable for improved service delivery and inclusive community development 

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Natural Resource Management and Environment

AASED advances environmental conservation and climate-smart actions by supporting communities to adopt sustainable natural resource management. Its focus areas include environmental protection, building climate resilience and adaptation, and conserving natural resources to ensure ecological balance and sustainable livelihoods for present and future generations 

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Education, Intercultural Development, and Sports

AASED promotes education, intercultural development, and sports as tools for empowerment and unity. Through early childhood development, improved education access and quality, sports for development, and cultural heritage preservation, AASED nurtures holistic growth, social inclusion, and a strong sense of identity within communities 

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Organization Development

AASED prioritizes organizational development by strengthening internal systems, governance, and strategic partnerships. This commitment enhances its capacity to deliver impactful programs, ensures accountability, and supports long-term sustainability in advancing community-centered development initiatives 

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Health

AASED enhances public health through programs focused on HIV/AIDS prevention and care, WASH, nutrition, and sexual and reproductive health. It also addresses communicable and non-communicable diseases and promotes health security using the One Health approach, recognizing the interdependence of human, animal, and environmental health for sustainable wellbeing