WELCOME TO ELINDE

Our mission is to uplift and empower the most vulnerable populations by addressing their education, health, nutrition, livelihoods, and advocacy needs.

~ About us

Transforming Lives Since 2019!

At the El-Shaddai Initiative for Development (ELINDE), we are a Refugee-Led Organization dedicated to improving lives in South Western Uganda. Based in the Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement, our mission is clear: to uplift and empower the most vulnerable populations by addressing their education, health, nutrition, livelihoods, and advocacy needs.

Empowerment

Empowering Refugees. Building Futures For Them in Uganda.

Holistic Approach

A holistic approach to less advantaged empowerment in Uganda.
Our Main Purpose

WHY ELINDE EXISTS

At ELINDE, we believe in addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by refugees.
Our Services

Quality Education for Vulnerable Children

Education is the cornerstone of empowerment. Our pre- and primary school in Mahani Zone provides marginalized children with access to quality education, fostering hope and…

Quality Education for Vulnerable Children

Education is the cornerstone of empowerment. Our pre- and primary school in Mahani Zone provides marginalized children with access to quality education, fostering hope and…

Livelihood Programs for Self-Sustainability

Our livelihood programs empower refugees to sustain themselves and their families through skill development and entrepreneurial support.

Livelihood Programs for Self-Sustainability

Our livelihood programs empower refugees to sustain themselves and their families through skill development and entrepreneurial support.

Health and Nutrition Services

Our health and nutrition programs improve access to essential healthcare and foster awareness about proper nutrition practices.

Health and Nutrition Services

Our health and nutrition programs improve access to essential healthcare and foster awareness about proper nutrition practices.

Advocacy and Psycho-Social Support

Our advocacy initiatives amplify the voices of marginalized groups, while our psycho-social programs help individuals heal and thrive.

Advocacy and Psycho-Social Support

Our advocacy initiatives amplify the voices of marginalized groups, while our psycho-social programs help individuals heal and thrive.

Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality

Our women-focused programs aim to dismantle barriers, promote equality, and unlock potential.

Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality

Our women-focused programs aim to dismantle barriers, promote equality, and unlock potential.

Emergency Relief and Humanitarian Aid

ELINDE provides critical humanitarian aid to refugees facing life-threatening situations, ensuring their safety and survival.

Emergency Relief and Humanitarian Aid

ELINDE provides critical humanitarian aid to refugees facing life-threatening situations, ensuring their safety and survival.
~ What Makes Us Proud?

Achievements Since Interception

Education
Educated over 2,000 children across different education levels.
Livelihood
Improved livelihoods for hundreds of families through skill-building and financial literacy.
Support
Provided psycho-social support to over 500 individuals.
~ Testimonials

We are very happy to get some good reviews from the society.

Hear from those whose lives have been transformed by ELINDE’s programs:

CEO STATEMENT

At ELINDE, we envision a world where every vulnerable and marginalized female child and youth has the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to transforming their lives by providing holistic support in quality education, health, nutrition, and livelihoods.

Through our work, we aim to empower these young changemakers to break the cycles of poverty, inequality, and violence. We believe that by investing in their futures, we can create a brighter, more just world for all.

I invite you to join us on this journey, as we work tirelessly to ensure that every child, regardless of their background or circumstances, has access to the resources and support they need to reach their full potential.

Justin Uwingabire 
CEO / FOUNDER

~ WHY WE EXIST

Our Major Focus

At ELINDE, we are driven by a mission to empower refugees and rebuild lives through sustainable, impactful programs. Our efforts are centered on key focus areas designed to address the diverse needs of the communities we serve:

Quality Education
94%
Livelihood Empowerment
86%
Advocacy and Inclusion
82%
Health and Nutrition
90%
Emergency Relief
94%
Women’s Empowerment
80%
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Team Members
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Awards Won
1 k+
People Helped
1 +
Ongoing Projects
~ Our latest news ~

Read, share, and join us in creating lasting change.

At ELINDE, every story matters, and every voice deserves to be heard. Our blog is a window into the lives of the refugees we serve, the challenges they face, and the remarkable transformations they experience through our programs.

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