SHiNE program began in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, when we all faced lockdowns. A special group of vulnerable children who were undergoing cancer treatment faced double jeopardy. They wre locked down, they missed scheduled appointments for their treatment. During a recent workshop, the palliative care...
We run a child-care givers program (Road to Hope), and at the beginning of the year, we held a three-day camp for learning, connection, and personal growth. The Camp was held from 27th to 30th January 2026 in Kampala and brought together 39 children. These are child caregivers whose parents live with life-threatening illnesses or have lost parental support. Overall,...
At the end of every three months, PCAU brings together professionals from across Uganda to learn, share, and strengthen their ability to deliver patient-centered palliative care. These national update meetings are more than just forums; they are spaces where knowledge becomes action, and collaboration translates into better care...
Kampala has officially become the 18th city globally and the 6th in Africa to join the City Cancer Challenge (C/Can) Network.As a global not-for-profit dedicated to transforming cancer care in resource-limited settings, C/Can empowers cities to take the lead in strengthening their own healthcare systems....
The need to improve access to palliative care remains a critical priority in Uganda and beyond, and education and training are central to achieving this goal. In line with this need, we conducted a series of capacity-strengthening initiatives during the first quarter of 2026, targeting both pre-service...
