Communication For Development Foundation Uganda - CDFU
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Communication for Development Foundation Uganda (CDFU) is a Ugandan – based Development Communications NGO that was that established in 2002 to bridge the gap in provision of fully fledged Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) services in the country. CDFU has over the years established herself as a reference point with regard to SBCC information, training and materials development for health and development focusing on nutrition, HIV & AIDS; reproductive health; child health; water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH); TB; malaria; gender; financial literacy; and civic education. CDFU’s work contributes towards the improvement of social services and conditions that positively influence the social development of men, women and children in Uganda and the entire East African region. CDFU’s expertise can be summarized as follows:
CDFU envisions a “transformed society where individuals take action to improve their lives”. Our mission is to “design and deliver communication programs tailored towards sustainable development”.
16/09/2026
Detecting dementia early opens doors to better care, treatment options, and support for families.
Join CDFU Executive Director Allen Nankunda TONIGHT for a vital discussion on recognizing early signs and caring for affected loved ones.
📌 Tonight at 8:00 PM
📍 Live on Gugudde TV
“I dropped out of school... until my friend told me, ‘Come, we go to school.”
Meet Eritier Mwangaza, a P.5 pupil at Kakoni Primary in Kyegegwa District. After returning to class, he joined the GEM Club under CDFU’s project and learned how to set goals, communicate, and spot Gender-Based Violence (GBV).
When he found a classmate trapped in abuse at home, Eritier took action, reported the case to a trusted teacher, and got her back into the classroom. Today, she is studying to become a doctor.
Boys are powerful allies in keeping girls safe and in school.
14/09/2026
Are you facing a challenge and need support? Our toll-free Helpline facility ensures a confidential, anonymous digital space where we provide referrals to services.
“I was experiencing constant bleeding after an injectable contraceptive, I called the counselor who discussed side effects with me and encouraged me to visit a health facility for treatment,” says Lydia, a resident of Wakiso. “I managed to visit a medical centre, the bleeding stopped after three days and I am doing well now. I appreciate the support given.”
👉 Call 0800 200 600 Toll free for more info and referral.
10/09/2026
Safety starts when learners look out for one another. 😍
CDFU trained 358 Girls Education Movement (GEM) Club learners across refugee-hosting districts under the UN Spotlight Initiative 2.0.
These young student leaders run daily peer sessions to stop Gender-Based Violence (GBV), share facts on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), and protect their classmates.
Thanks to their daily work, reported violence in these schools is dropping steadily.
🤝 Partner with us to support young learners: [email protected]
31/08/2026
When health threats emerge, what trends online can either cause panic or save lives.
By empowering young digital leaders with accurate, reliable facts, we turn scrollers into trusted protectors. They bust rumors, share vital health information, and keep entire communities safe. Truth is our best shield.
29/08/2026
No child should be brought to their knees just to get an education.
In Iganga, learners from 115 schools took the stage at the National MDD Competition 2026 to expose the harsh truths driving school dropouts: Gender-Based Violence, deep-seated cultural norms, poverty, and the silence surrounding SRHR.
Through music, dance, and drama, these young advocates turned pain into performances, demanding safety, equality, and a seat in the classroom.
UN Spotlight Initiative 2.0 is the main-sponsor of this movement, putting young voices at the center of social change.
Telling communities what to do doesn’t change lives but equipping them with the right tools, skills, and information does.
At CDFU, we build the capacity of local leaders and grassroots networks so they can solve their own challenges in public health, gender equality, and access to local justice.
👉 Partner with us to build local capacity and create lasting community impact.
📞 Call 0800 200 600 (Toll-Free) to share your ideas and concerns.
26/08/2026
For over two decades, Communication for Development Foundation Uganda (CDFU) has championed community-led transformation by working closely with communities to articulate their challenges and drive their own solutions.
We build the capacity of local leadership networks, empower communities to advance access to justice, strengthen grassroots dispute resolution through Local Council Courts, and protect fundamental human rights from the ground up.
👉 Partner with us to expand community-level resolution of minor cases through LC courts.
📞 Call 0800 200 600 (Toll-Free) to share your ideas and concerns.
21/08/2026
Access to justice begins right where you live✨
Through the Advancing Justice program, we are working to ensure every community member understands how to navigate local justice systems with confidence.
Why this matters:
🔹 Clear Roles: Understanding what LC1 courts can legally handle versus what requires police intervention.
🔹 Diversion: Settling minor disputes locally to save time, reduce costs, and promote peaceful reconciliation.
🔹 Stronger Leadership: Ensuring LC1 leaders operate with clarity, fairness, and accountability.
When communities know their rights and utilize local LC1 courts correctly, minor cases are resolved faster, peaceful co-existence grows, and formal legal systems aren’t overwhelmed.
Do you know which minor cases your local LC1 court can handle? Let us know in the comments!
19/08/2026
“I thought the call center was a scam at first, until the counselor reminded me to take my baby for her third malaria shot. Thank you for reminding us. I will make sure she gets her last shot at 18 months!” — A mother in Lwengo
Parenting is hard work, and it is easy to forget dates. That’s why we call parents to remind them when it is time for their baby’s immunization.
Protect your child from Malaria:
Make sure your baby gets all their shots, including the final one at 18 months old
Got questions about your baby’s health or vaccine dates?
Call us for FREE at 0800 200 600 for helpful advice and support.
Contact the organization
Website
Address
14 Kanakulya Road
Kampala
P.O.BOX8734,KAMPALAUGANDA
Opening Hours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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