This project increased access to safe water and basic sanitation through construction of 5 protected spring well in omoladyang parish, Bala Sub County, Kole District. Water user committees were formed and trained in water source functionality and Management. Hand Washing facility were provided to each water point constructed to improve on the basic hygiene practice.

This project is supporting the youth to earn income by training them on the production of Fresh Cassava Roots (FCR) which is a raw material for their Flash drier factory and soybeans which can be used for blending HQCF.

With support from ministry of foreign affairs finland, plan international Uganda is supporting Community Development Shield Uganda with the aim of Addressing low level of accessibility to Adolescent Gender Responsive Youth Friendly SRHR Services in Kole District.

CDS Uganda is implementing is promoting the use of cost effective cooking stove. This project aims to increase access to low cost, low carbon technologies that advance the health and sanitation of current living standards while improving the environment.

This project of supporting local communities sustain water point functionality and management seeks to increase access to safe water and basic sanitation within rural communities by training water user committees as hand pump mechanics and spring well mansions to enhance the functionality and sustainability of water points. This project is intended to improve management and functionality of water points and sanitation services in Kole District, Northern Uganda.

Community Development Shield Uganda is a paid up member to Youth Advocacy network Uganda, Uganda National NGO Forum, National Coalition of Human Rights Defender Uganda and Lango civil society network. We champion issues ranging from human rights, peace building, governance and accountability at community level.

This project seeks to increase access to safe water and basic sanitation by empowering local communities to construct 7 protected spring wells in Kole District. This project will contribute to improved health of the local communities. Project beneficiaries will make contribution mainly in kind inform of local materials, casual labors, food, accommodation for skilled technicians, stores for procured items and tools while the project will provide technical support, equipment and high grade materials like cement.

The project will also integrate an innovative financial inclusion approach- the Village Saving and Loan Association (VSLA) concept into the training of Water User Committees and support them with assorted basic supplies to implement the VSLA concept for WASH sustainability. This will ensure systematic collection and good management habits to be able to meet maintenance cost. Hand washing facility will be provided at each water point to improve on hygienic practices.

Scholars for Social Change 2023-2026 (Oct 2023-Sept 2026) Phase 1. Funded by Master Card Foundation Through Crossroad international.
Different training, pre and post-placement: Soft-skills and transferable skills-building training with learning and skills-building outcomes including problem solving, leadership, teamwork, personal development, critical thinking and communication.
The preplacement training will include formal and structured modules developed for Crossroads VCP and also provide adapted content developed specifically for the SSC program including orientation on the community development sector in their country, gender equality including women's rights, prevention of sexual violence, gender-based violence and safeguarding new knowledge they require to upgrade their skills and abilities.

Fellows will also receive preplacement orientation on their placement organization and the cities/location of their placements when it is not the area of the country where they come from.
Ongoing personalized career development support and job search training during their placement to enable a transition toward dignified and fulfilling work, aligned with their experience, field of expertise and commitment to transformative leadership.
This support will include monthly one-on-one virtual support and a self-directed learning platform with modules on resume building, interview simulations and job search techniques and tools, access to mentorship opportunities.
After the end of their fellowship, the program will provide support to Fellows through one-on-one meetings with the SSC program staff supporting their job search for six months after the end of their fellowship.