Bukulula Action for Children and Young People Uganda (ACYP)

Our History

Bukulula Action for Children and Young People is a non profit registered organisation in Uganda. It has been a dedicated charity for vulnerable children and young people since its inception in 2010. We began as the voluntary group; Action for Children and Young People (ACYP) in Bukulula, Kalungu District, Uganda.

While celebrating our 15th anniversary, we adopted our current name; Bukulula Action for Children and Young People. This change reflects where we started and our deep roots in the community. It also marks our continued commitment to serving children, young people and their families in the deprived villages of our communities and neighboring areas. ACYP began by working with three vulnerable families. The first family was headed by a 15-year-old looking after five siblings after the death of their parents. The second family of seven orphans who were out of school was headed by a 79-year-old, and a homeless family of six with three HIV-positive individuals. ACYP volunteers enabled children from these families to access education, nutrition, health, and shelter, and helped caregivers to start income-generating activities. The success stories of these families pushed the ACYP team to reach more families.

At the initial stage, ACYP implemented four core program areas: education, health, nutrition, and economic strengthening. In 2016, we realised the value of empowering children and young people to become agents of change, improving their lives and those of their families and communities. This was only possible when they were protected and participated in all issues affecting them. To ensure a holistic approach to community development and the empowerment of children and young people, we adopted two more areas: child protection and environmental sustainability. With this holistic strategic approach, our children and families have benefited from quality, affordable, and sustainable education; comprehensive and sustainable health; sustainable food systems; income-generating activities; child protection; and environmental protection.

Get to Know us

Since 2010, we have worked with love, compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience while making a difference in communities

“We all have the extraordinary coded within us, waiting to be released” Jean Houston

Our mission

To empower children and young people in Uganda by enabling access to quality education, healthcare, nutritious food, economic opportunities, and fostering environmental sustainability

Our vision

A World Where Underprivileged Children and Young People have the Opportunities to Fulfill their Life ambitions

Our Values

a) Love and Care
b) Dignity and Respect
c) Inclusiveness
d) Empowerment
e) Research and Evidence
f) Collaboration and Partnership

Our Programs

a) Education
b) Community Health
c) Food and Nutrition
d) Economic Strengthening
e) Environment Sustainability
f) Child Protection

Our Team

Our strength lies in our individuality. The team of volunteers strives to bring in the best talent in various fields such as: Teaching, Medical Practice, Engineering, Technology, Accountancy, Social-Work and Business.

Rev. J.D. Byanyimba

-Board chair-

Anna Namutebi

-Project Administrator-

Hellen Nabbunya

-Accounting officer-

Mrs Kateregga Milly

-Project Health Officer-

Luyimbazi Fred

-Project Field Officer-

Sauya Nalukwago

-Social worker-

Desire Mukakalangwa

-Volunteer Liaison-

Dr. Micheal Mwebaza

-Proj. Coordinator-

Nashila Namutebi

-IT officer-

Mrs Kayanja Allen

-FOUNDING MEMBER-

Mrs Lydia Lwebuga

-Social worker-

Florence Nakanwagi

-Education Officer-

Join us in transforming lives through love, care, and empowerment for underprivileged children and families in Uganda.

9,020+
Children and Young People Reached

63+
Community Impact Stories

23+
Volunteers Creating Community Impact

49+
Villages reached and empowered