Baylor College of Medicine Children’s Foundation-Uganda is a leading provider of integrated, high-quality, and high-impact healthcare services, specializing in HIV, TB, RMNCAH (Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health), and global health security (GHS) initiatives. Established in 2006 as an indigenous, not-for-profit organization, we are proud to be affiliated with the Texas Children’s Global Health Network—a prestigious network of pediatric HIV care and treatment centers of excellence worldwide.
Our Vision and Commitment
We are driven by a dream to create sustainable mechanisms that will enable Baylor Foundation Uganda to thrive and make an even greater impact. Our mission extends beyond healthcare; we aim to nurture strategic partnerships, diversify our income streams, and establish a larger, more robust foundation that continues to meet the evolving needs of our communities.
Our Digital Presence
This platform serves as the digital gateway to our work, reflecting our mission to deliver exceptional services to our clients and stakeholders. It connects seamlessly with our social media platforms, including LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram, providing real-time updates, insights, and opportunities to engage with our initiatives.
Join us on this journey as we work together to transform lives and build a healthier, brighter future for Uganda and beyond.
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DISEASE HUNTERS: FIGHTING OUTBREAKS, SAVING LIVES
With support from the #UKAid, the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Baylor Foundation Uganda have equipped rapid response teams (disease hunters) in 16 affected districts on disease surveillance. These teams are now at…
EMPOWERING YOUNG ADVOCATES TO JOIN FIGHT AGAINST MPOX: With support from the #UKAid, the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Baylor Foundation Uganda, has sensitized 365,673 learners and 8,706 teachers across 643 schools in seven #Mpox affected districts. The district…
Shaping Tomorrow’s #PublicHealth Leaders: Honoring Field Epidemiology and Laboratory Leadership #Graduates
Today, we were thrilled to celebrate the achievements of five fellows who have successfully graduated from the #Laboratory #Leadership Fellowship program supported by the…
SHOWCASING COLLABORATIVE HEALTH INITIATIVES:
During a field visit to sites supported by the Baylor Foundation Uganda, the U.S. CDC Director, Dr. Mary Boyd, led a delegation to the Mpondwe Border Point of Entry. She commended the Baylor Foundation Uganda for its collaboration…
SHOWCASING TRANSORMATIVE LEADERSHIP AND IMPACT: A delegation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation - Uganda, led by the Country Director, Dr. Mary Boyd and Executive Director, Dithan Kiragga respectively, visited…
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For details and to apply, visit : https://careers.baylor-uganda.org
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Serving with Heart and Purpose: At Baylor Foundation Uganda, you will notice that our staff go above and beyond to provide compassionate care to those we serve—because CARE is not only one of our core values, it is a promise.
Also guided by Loyalty, Integrity, Excellence,…
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WE ARE BACK !! As we start this new year - 2025 - we pause to reflect on why we chose and why you should choose Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation - Uganda (Baylor Foundation Uganda) as your ideal place to work, grow, build and achieve your career aspirations.…
We share with you warm holiday greetings from our Executive Director, Dr. Dithan Kiragga.
Discover how @USAID LPHS-E implemented by Baylor Foundation Uganda is transforming lives at the Medication-Assisted Treatment Clinic in Mbale Regional Referral Hospital, empowering clients to overcome opioid addiction and lead meaningful lives. @DKiragga @NFrehd @sidneyakuma…
JOIN US TO ACHIEVE THIS AMBITIOUS TARGET: Yesterday, 17th December 2024, we held a roundtable discussion with key One Health actors on how to address critical challenges in the management, sharing, and use of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and antimicrobial use (AMU) data within…
Today, Uganda has launched the National Action Plan for Health Security 2024/25 - 2028/29 (NAPHS II). This is the first line of defense in strengthening prevention, detection, and response to public health emergencies. Baylor Foundation Uganda is honored to be part of this…
We convened a stakeholders' meeting with @MinofHealthUG , @irc_uganda and the community to assess the progress of the Harm Reduction Program in the Eastern region. Now in its second year, the program has shown positive outcomes, with the clinic providing support to 89 clients on…
The festive season is upon us but don't let the festivities leave you with regret.
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