Welcome to PSM Charity!
Empowering communities, one life at a time. At PSM Charity, we are deeply committed to fostering positive change by uplifting children and women in underserved communities. Our mission is to equip them with the tools, resources, and support they need to lead happy, dignified lives.
Through a range of impactful initiatives, we focus on education, health, economic empowerment, and advocacy, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Driven by compassion, dedication, and the vision of a brighter future, we invite you to join us in making a meaningful difference.
Together, let's create a world where every child and woman is empowered to thrive.
|Mental Health - Nurturing Minds, Restoring Hope|
Healing Horizons: Addressing Mental Health in Uganda
In the vibrant heart of Africa, Uganda faces a silent crisis that resonates in the lives of its people. Mental health, often overshadowed by other pressing concerns, has emerged as a significant challenge in our communities.
Understanding the Challenge:
Recent data from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals a concerning reality: at least 7.4% of Ugandans grapple with common mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and alcohol use disorders. This prevalence highlights an urgent need for attention and care.
In Uganda, mental health is closely entwined with cultural perceptions and socioeconomic challenges. Despite its widespread prevalence, mental illness often goes untreated and unspoken. Families across the nation bear the strain of mental health conditions, yet many affected individuals remain untreated due to a myriad of barriers.
Breaking Down Barriers:
Several factors contribute to the underutilization of mental health services:
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Awareness: Many individuals may lack insight into their mental well-being or remain unaware of available treatment options.
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Perception: Prevailing misconceptions often label those with mental illness as dangerous, bewitched, or cursed, leading to social isolation.
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Satisfaction with Services: Past experiences with inadequate services can discourage individuals from seeking further treatment.
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Socioeconomic Challenges: As a low-income country, psychosocial stressors such as job loss, bereavement, sudden disabilities, and conflict exacerbate mental health issues.
Volunteers and a family share a joyful meal outdoors, embodying unity and support under the mental health care program.
The COVID-19 pandemic, declared in March 2020, has only intensified these challenges, placing an additional burden on the mental health of Ugandans.
Healing Horizons: A Call to Action
At this pivotal moment, we introduce the Healing Horizons Initiative, dedicated to transforming mental health care and breaking down the barriers that hinder access to treatment.
Our Goals:
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Raise Awareness: Educate communities about mental health, dispelling myths and fostering a supportive environment.
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Accessible Treatment: Increase accessibility to quality mental health services and resources.
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Community Empowerment: Equip communities with knowledge and tools to support those affected by mental illnesses.
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Advocacy: Advocate for mental health to be a priority in health and social policy, ensuring sustainable support.
Join Us in Making a Difference:
We believe in the resilience and spirit of the Ugandan people. By supporting the Healing Horizons Initiative, you are contributing to a transformative movement that seeks to uplift lives and restore hope.
Together, let's redefine mental health in Uganda. Join us on this journey towards healing, dignity, and empowerment.
Sowing Seeds of Hope,
The Kids Safe Harbor Program
In a landscape where educational opportunities are a mosaic of disparity, PSM Charity has initiated the Kids Safe Harbor Program, a sanctuary that currently nurtures and empowers 516 children. By intertwining care and opportunity, we aim to rewrite futures and foster environments where every child and woman can thrive.
Join Our Journey:
PSM Charity is steadfast in its mission to ensure that no child or woman goes through life unattended. By being a part of the Kids Safe Harbor Program, you are not just supporting a cause but actively participating in transforming lives. We invite you to join us in this meaningful journey, where your support becomes the wind beneath the wings of 516 dreams and counting.
A Call to Action:
Today, we face an urgent and pressing challenge. The cost of food, a fundamental necessity, has skyrocketed in our country, stretching our resources thin and posing a significant hurdle in our pursuit of providing holistic care. Our struggle is not confined to food alone; we strive to meet other essential needs, ensuring a dignified life for those under our care.
Our conditions are critical, and we urgently seek your support to continue making a meaningful impact. Your generous contribution can help us overcome these obstacles and continue our vital work. Together, let's create a support network that ensures no one is left behind, and every child and woman thrives.
About the Kids Safe Harbor Program:
A glance at Uganda's 2014 population census unveils a compelling need for proactive support. While 58% of the population aged 6 years and above have achieved primary education, a concerning 12.5% of children aged 6-12 remain out of school, and 8% of children under 18 are orphaned.
Our Impact and Approach:
PSM Charity's Kids Safe Harbor Program is crafted to pivot these narratives towards hope and progress. Currently, our program is a haven to 516 children, each with dreams and potentials waiting to be unearthed.
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Education and Opportunity: We delve into the heart of communities, ensuring that every child has access to quality education. Our efforts resonate in the classrooms where we bridge gaps, ensuring that no child is left behind.
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Nurturing Families: Understanding the symbiotic relationship between a child's progress and a mother's well-being, we extend our support to women. By creating opportunities for them to provide necessities such as food, clothing, and household items, we plant seeds for stable and flourishing futures.
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Holistic Development: Our approach transcends traditional boundaries. The Kids Safe Harbor Program is not just a space but a sanctuary where children find guidance, support, and the necessary tools to navigate through life.
Expanding Our Reach to Empower More Children
At the Kids Safe Harbor Program, we are driven by a vision that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive and dream without limits. Our journey began with a commitment to nurturing and empowering the lives of 516 children in Uganda. Today, we are setting our sights even higher.
Short-Term Goal - A Leap Forward
In the next two years, we aim to expand our reach to support 10,000 children. This ambitious goal is not just about numbers; it's about amplifying the impact of our holistic approach to education, nurturing, and development. We envision a future where thousands more children have access to the tools and support they need to unlock their full potential.
Long-Term Aspiration - Doubling Our Impact
Looking further ahead, within five years, we plan to double our efforts to support 20,000 children. This growth represents our unwavering commitment to combat educational disparity and provide a haven for those in need. Our approach goes beyond basic needs, focusing on creating sustainable and long-lasting change in the lives of children and their communities.
Join Us on This Transformative Journey
Reaching these milestones will not be possible without the collective effort of our supporters, partners, and global community. Your involvement, whether through donations, volunteering, or advocacy, will be pivotal in turning these goals into reality.
Together, let's build a future where every child has the chance to shine. Help us rewrite the narrative for thousands of children in Uganda – a story of hope, opportunity, and empowerment.
A Beacon of Hope: Transforming Lives and Restoring Vision
In the heart of the Luwero district, two sisters, Lataru Juliet (14) and Ekoni Phoebe (12), have been bravely navigating life despite being born with visual and hearing impairments. Their resilience is a testament to the human spirit, living each day with hope in the face of adversity.
Raised by a courageous single mother who strives to provide for her daughters after their father abandoned them due to their disabilities, the family's situation is poignant. The challenges of daily survival, compounded by the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 lockdown in Uganda, left them teetering on the brink of desperation.
This vulnerable family's plight came to light when a compassionate citizen reached out to PSM Charity through our YouTube channel, seeking support for Juliet, Phoebe, and their devoted mother, who were grappling with starvation.
PSM Charity, driven by a mission to uplift and empower, promptly visited the family. We provided immediate relief in the form of food and essential supplies, ensuring their urgent needs were met and alleviating their immediate distress.
Determined to explore every avenue to enhance the lives of Juliet and Phoebe, PSM Charity facilitated a medical consultation at Mengo Hospital.
The professional assessment underscored the need for specialized treatment abroad, opening up the possibility of corrective surgeries for the sisters.
Today, we extend a heartfelt appeal to you. Your support can transform the lives of Juliet and Phoebe, offering them a chance at a brighter and more fulfilling future. By contributing to their medical and daily living expenses, you become an integral part of their journey towards hope and healing.
How You Can Help:
Kindly consider making a donation to support this resilient family. Contributions can be made through the following:
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Standard Chartered Bank: Account 18702887146900, City Branch
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MoMo Pay: 169247
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Airtel: 4343670
Your generosity can be the beacon of hope that lights up the lives of Juliet, Phoebe, and their mother. Together, let's embark on this transformative journey to bring healing, restoration, and renewed hope to this deserving family.
Thank you for considering supporting this cause and making a significant difference.
Empowering New Beginnings:
Youthful Moms, Resilient Futures Program
In the pursuit of a world where every child and woman leads a dignified and fulfilling life, PSM Charity presents the Youthful Moms, Resilient Futures Program. Rooted in compassion and action, this initiative seeks to transform the lives of young mothers who, despite facing overwhelming adversity, harbor dreams of a brighter future for themselves and their children.
In the communities we serve, young girls, some as tender as 12 years old, find themselves grappling with the abrupt end of their education due to early pregnancies. Often ostracized by their families and abandoned by those responsible, these young mothers seek refuge in makeshift shelters, facing the harrowing challenges of hunger, insecurity, and uncertainty about their futures. Without intervention, both mother and child are at risk of being marginalized, perpetuating a cycle of poverty and hardship.
Our Approach:
The Youthful Moms, Resilient Futures Program is crafted to be a sanctuary of hope and opportunity. We understand the pivotal role single mothers play in shaping their children's futures and believe that, with support, they can rise above their circumstances.
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Skill Development and Education: We aim to provide these young mothers with vocational training, equipping them with skills that enable self-reliance. From tailoring to agriculture, these skills can be their ticket to a sustainable livelihood.
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Health and Wellness: Ensuring the health and wellbeing of both mother and child is paramount. Access to healthcare, nutritional support, and counseling services will form a critical component of this program.
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Childcare Support: By establishing safe spaces for childcare, we enable these young mothers to pursue education and work opportunities without concern for their children’s safety and wellbeing.
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Community Sensitization: Educating the community about the plight and potential of these young mothers can foster a more inclusive and supportive environment.
Join the Journey:
Your support can be transformative, turning dreams into realities. By contributing to the Youthful Moms, Resilient Futures Program, you are not just making a donation, but investing in the creation of a resilient, empowered generation of women and children.
Your involvement can rewrite stories, turning tales of despair into narratives of triumph. Together, let's open doors to opportunities and weave a tapestry of hope and progress.
Be a Part of the Change:
We invite you to become a pivotal part of this journey. Your generosity can ignite the spark that changes lives and builds futures. Thank you for considering supporting this cause, and for joining us in our mission to ensure a happy and dignified life for every child and woman.
At the intersection of health, empowerment, and environmental conservation, PSM Charity proudly introduces the CUWEI Program. Aimed at addressing the multifaceted challenges faced by communities in Central Uganda, this initiative takes a holistic approach to improving lives while ensuring sustainable development.
The CUWEI Program, with an objective to "Improve sanitation levels, water scarcity, and mitigate the effects of climate change," crafts solutions that echo with the needs of the communities we serve. From addressing intimate health needs of women and girls to fostering environmentally conscious practices, the program is a tapestry of initiatives woven with care and insight.
Health and Hygiene:
Understanding the nuances of menstrual hygiene management, the CUWEI Program ensures that no girl or woman has to compromise on her dignity or health. By periodically distributing menstrual hygiene kits and empowering women with skills to craft reusable pads, the program ensures sustainability and autonomy. Moreover, communities are sensitized about the importance of sanitation and hygiene, creating an environment that supports and nurtures.
Climate Change Mitigation:
CUWEI goes beyond immediate needs, envisioning a future that is sustainable and harmonious. By promoting the planting of trees and advocating for cleaner fuel sources such as efficient cooking stoves, the program actively works towards reducing carbon emissions.
Education and Empowerment:
Knowledge is at the heart of CUWEI. Through training sessions on environmental protection, management, and other capacity-related topics, communities, particularly school children and women, are empowered to take charge. This participatory approach ensures that the solutions are not just imposed but rather embraced and sustained by the community itself.
CUWEI Program: Cultivating Health, Empowerment, and Environmental Wellbeing
Join the Movement
The CUWEI Program is more than a charity initiative; it is a movement towards better health, empowered communities, and a sustainable environment. Your support can be the catalyst that transforms lives and landscapes. By contributing to CUWEI, you are investing in a ripple effect of positive change that transcends boundaries.
Be a Part of CUWEI
Embark on this transformative journey with us. Your generosity can turn the tide, ensuring cleaner water, healthier lives, and a greener planet. Join us in nurturing communities that are resilient and robust, ready to face the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Thank you for considering supporting the CUWEI Program, where every contribution sows the seeds for a healthier, empowered, and environmentally sustainable future.
ORGANISATION FOUNDERS
Kinene John Mutyaba
Founder
Ssemakula Sam
Founder
Visionaries of Hope and Change
In the heart of Uganda, a seed of compassion and advocacy was planted by a group of visionary individuals. These founders, united by a common belief in the potential of every woman and child, laid the cornerstone for what is today known as PSM Charity.
Our founders envisioned a world where no child or woman would go through life unattended, a world where happiness and dignity were not privileges but a universal right. Each founder brought a unique perspective, skill, and unwavering commitment to this cause.
From diverse backgrounds, they converged on a shared mission: to empower the most vulnerable sections of society and pave a path toward sustainable development and inclusive growth. Their collective dream was to create conditions conducive to providing essential needs - food, clothing, and shelter, thus ensuring a promising start to many lives.
Nkinzi Ruth Nakalema
Founder
Nakakaawa Lilian
Founder
Nyende John
Founder
Our founders understood the challenges ahead but were resolute in their determination. Through their tireless efforts, PSM Charity was born, encapsulating their vision of transforming lives through targeted intervention, advocacy, and compassionate outreach.
These visionaries did not just establish an organization; they initiated a movement of hope and lasting change. Today, as we look back, we pay homage to our founders, whose enduring vision continues to guide and inspire every endeavor of PSM Charity.
MEET THE BOARD
Meet Our Guiding Lights: The Board of Directors
At the heart of PSM Charity's transformative journey lies a dedicated team of visionaries - our Board of Directors. These individuals bring a wealth of experience, passion, and commitment, driving our mission forward with unwavering dedication. Before you delve into their profiles, we invite you to understand the collective spirit that binds our board: a shared belief in empowering lives and fostering positive change. Let's introduce you to the minds and hearts that steer PSM Charity towards making a lasting impact.
ENG GABOINE ANTHONY
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ENG. OCHIENG EMMANUEL
MISS. NANSEREKO JOCELYNN
ENG. SIMON LAWRENCE SAJJA
Unite to Uplift: Your Support Can Transform Lives Amidst COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unforeseen challenges to PSM Charity, stretching our resources thin as we strive to support the 516 children under our care. From education to daily meals, we are committed to ensuring their well-being.
Our monthly budget stands at $31,295, and we are urgently fundraising $50,000 to secure essential food items like maize flour and beans. In these trying times, your support can make a significant difference.
We believe in the power of unity and invite you to partner with us. Every contribution brings us closer to our goal, ensuring our children continue to thrive despite adversity. Let's come together to create a lasting impact.
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