at a glance
The Ugandan Water Project exists to see Uganda liberated from the bondage of waterborne disease and poverty. We leverage the transformative power of clean water to empower Ugandans using our synergistic, three-tiered approach:
- Equipping communities with the safe water resources they need to thrive today
- Developing sustainable water enterprises that keep clean water flowing tomorrow
- Supporting the establishment of national systems that will ensure safe water flows forever
In collaboration with government, NGO partners, and the private sector, the Ugandan Water Project blends philanthropy, market-based approaches, and advocacy to catalyze innovation and rapidly respond to evolving needs in Uganda’s water sector.
WHAT WE DO
Build water infrastructure, develop sustainable water enterprises, and advocate for national systems that keep clean water flowing.
Today:
- Rainwater collection system installations
- Borehole well rehabilitations
- New borehole well drilling
- Solar powered water system installations
- Hand washing station installations
- Water filter distributions
- Water, sanitation, and hygiene training
Tomorrow:
- AquaTrust: water infrastructure operation and maintenance
- AquaTrust Filters: water filter sales
Forever:
- National advocacy for sustainable operation and maintenance policies
- Participation in working groups that advise on sector policy development
- District and National advocacy for uptake of a unified data system, mWater
- mWater data system training and consulting for NGOs and government teams
what that provides
Our three-tiered approach provides immediate water access today, develops sustainable enterprises that keep water flowing tomorrow, and supports national systems that ensure safe water flows forever.
outcomes
Sustainable access to safe water in Ugandan communities, including at schools, health facilities, and places of worship.
Impact
Improved health, vocational opportunities, and quality of life for people across Uganda.
Our passion and focus may be clean water, but we’re all playing on the same team to see the world become a better place for current and future generations. That’s why we make sure our work aligns with as many of the United Nations’ broader sustainable development goals as possible.