Orphan & Vulnerable Children Support
Providing hope, education, and rehabilitation for children affected by HIV/AIDS, poverty, violence, and conflict
Children We Serve
Every child has a story. These are the faces of resilience, hope, and transformation.
Learning together
Education brings hope
Nutrition support
Building brighter futures
Safe space to play
Focused on learning
Children Supported
Students Enrolled
School Retention Rate
The Growing Crisis
Uganda has one of the youngest populations in the world, with over 56% of its 45 million people under age 18, and more than 52% under age 15. Children are the single largest demographic group living in poverty in Uganda.
The number of children living on the streets is increasing, though the total number is unknown. These children spend days and nights on streets, searching for food in garbage, begging, and performing small tasks in exchange for money or food.
Key Statistics
Children orphaned by HIV/AIDS
Population living on $1.25/day
Population under age 18
Deaths from HIV/AIDS
Understanding the Causes
Multiple factors contribute to the ever-rising number of orphaned and vulnerable children in Uganda
HIV/AIDS Pandemic
First detected in Uganda in 1982, HIV/AIDS has orphaned approximately 30% of all children in the country. The pandemic has left many orphans in families headed by teenage mothers or elderly persons unable to provide basic necessities.
Sustained Poverty
38% of Uganda's population lives on less than $1.25 per day (World Bank 2019). Families struggle to provide basic needs for all children, forcing some to resort to street life for survival.
Gender-Based Violence
Violence against women increased by 4% between 2015-2016 (Uganda Police). Many children flee homes witnessing domestic violence, choosing the uncertain perils of street life over continued danger at home.
Conflicts/Wars
35 years of conflicts in northern and northeastern Uganda caused many deaths, leaving children orphaned. Families displaced by war relocated to towns, where children often resorted to street begging.
Challenges Faced by Orphaned Children
Our Response
GOCASI is committed to supporting these vulnerable children through education and rehabilitation
Educational Support
Providing school fees, supplies, and educational resources for orphaned and vulnerable children
Rehabilitation Programs
Helping street children transition to stable, supportive environments with proper care
Project School
Operating a dedicated school for orphaned and vulnerable children, though capacity is currently limited
Basic Needs Support
providing food, shelter, clothing, and healthcare to children in need
Our Project School
We operate a dedicated project school for orphaned and vulnerable children, providing them with quality education and a supportive environment. The school offers a safe haven where children can learn, grow, and develop their potential.
While the capacity to handle the overwhelming number of vulnerable children is currently limited, we continue to expand our reach and impact through partnerships and support from well-wishers.
What We Provide
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Free Education
Quality education at no cost to vulnerable children
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Meals & Nutrition
Regular meals and nutritional support
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School Supplies
Books, uniforms, and learning materials
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Psychosocial Support
Counseling and emotional support services
Give a Child Hope for the Future
Every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
Your support can provide education, rehabilitation, and a brighter future for orphaned and vulnerable children.