Date: 02nd September 2026

Location: Namayingo District

Partners: Faith for Family Health initiative (3FHi), The David and Lucile Packard Foundation, and Namayingo District Local Government

Capacity Building for Inter-Faith and Cultural Health Champions in Namayingo

Faith for Family Health initiative (3FHi),  with  financial support from The David and Lucile Packard Foundation in partnership with  Namayingo District Leadership—including the Chief Administrative Officer, LCV Chairperson, District Community Development Officer, and District Health Officer (DHO)—convened a strategic retooling meeting for 3FHi-trained inter-faith religious and cultural health champions.

• Targeted Retooling: 3FHi equipped seven inter-faith religious and cultural leaders with updated knowledge on Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH), Malaria, and Sickle Cell Disease to address pressing local health needs.

• Action & Advocacy Planning: Insights shared by champions informed community-level action and advocacy plans focused on maternal health, teenage pregnancy, gender-based violence (GBV), malaria prevention, and sickle cell awareness.

• Network Revitalization: The Inter-Faith Alliance for Health network was revived and strengthened, establishing clear leadership structures and defined roles to drive grassroots health efforts.

• Leadership Commendation: The LCV Chairperson praised 3FHi's model of empowering faith and cultural leaders (including the Kaawo Chiefdom leadership). He urged champions to integrate health messages into regular services and events to boost service uptake and protect young people.

• Advocacy for Policy & Staffing: The LCV highlighted the champions' critical role in advocating for improved SRH policies and urgent health sector investments, noting that district health staffing currently stands at just 27% against the recommended 80%.

• Certification & Recognition: Champions were awarded certificates recognizing their enhanced knowledge and skills. These credentials formally introduce and recommend the champions to district authorities as 3FHi representatives for future health engagements.

• Targeting High-Risk Areas: Champions are bridging critical information gaps to combat teenage pregnancy in remote sub-counties.
• Integrated Self-Care Support: Expanding HIV self-testing uptake, encouraging partner involvement, and promoting NCD prevention through community physical wellness and routine health checks.

• Antenatal Care Surge: Early antenatal facility attendance jumped from 21% to 47%, driven by faith and cultural leadership.
• Targeting High-Risk Areas: Champions are bridging critical information gaps to combat teenage pregnancy in remote sub-counties.
• Integrated Self-Care Support: Expanding HIV self-testing uptake, encouraging partner involvement, and promoting NCD prevention through community physical wellness and routine health checks.

Date: 25th August 2026

Location: Lweza Training and Conference Centre, Entebbe Road

Partners: Faith for Family Health Initiative (3FHi), Ministry of Health (MoH) Uganda, and Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH)National Dissemination of the Faith-Perspective Self-Care Handbook

Faith for Family Health initiative (3FHi), in partnership with the Ministry of Health Uganda and Makerere University School of Public Health, has officially convened the National Interfaith Taskforce at Lweza Training and Conference Centre.

This key national gathering brings together religious leaders, cultural custodians, and multisectoral technical partners to adopt and disseminate the Self-Care Faith Perspective Handbook. The session marks a pivotal step toward cascading approved self-care frameworks and guidelines to sub-national levels, including upcoming district-level implementations across the Bukedi and Busoga regions.

Event Title: Community Dialogue & District Accountability Forum: Turning the Tide for Maternal and Adolescent Health

Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:25 PM EAT

Location: Butorwa Camp, Kanara Sub-County, Ntoroko District

Project Context: Uzazi Salama Project (Supported by Comic Relief)

Strengthening Health Outcomes for Mothers and Adolescents

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving community health and well-being, Faith for Family Health Initiative (3FHi) recently hosted a pivotal Maternal and Adolescent Health Community Dialogue in Kanara Sub-County, Ntoroko District.

The dialogue brought together local leaders, healthcare providers, community champions, mothers, and young people to engage in open, solution-oriented discussions around the health challenges facing mothers and adolescents in the region.
Key Highlights of the Dialogue

• Community-Led Solutions: Participants identified local barriers to accessing maternal and reproductive health services and discussed actionable, community-driven solutions.

• Adolescent Health & Empowerment: Dedicated sessions focused on addressing adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH), reducing teenage pregnancies, and encouraging supportive environments for young people.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Local district leaders and health officials reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening primary healthcare delivery and ensuring facilities in Kanara Sub-County are equipped to meet the needs of mothers and youth.

• Breaking Stigmas: The open forum provided a safe space for community members to discuss sensitive health topics, encouraging healthcare-seeking behaviors and male involvement in maternal health.

Moving Forward

The insights and recommendations gathered during this community dialogue will inform our continued outreach, mentorship programs, and advocacy efforts in Ntoroko District. We extend our sincere gratitude to the local leadership, health personnel, and community members of Kanara Sub-County for their active participation and dedication to building healthier families.

"When we prioritize the health of mothers and adolescents, we safeguard the future of the entire community."

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Date: 03rd September 2026

Location: Namutumba District

Partners: Faith for Family Health initiative (3FHi), Ministry of Health, and Namutumba District Local Government

Strengthening Local Health Governance and Champion Integration in Namutumba

Following guidance from the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, and Health Promotion Commissioner Dr. Richard Kabanda, alongside senior Ministry management, Faith For Family Health initiative (3FHi) convened a strategic engagement meeting with Namutumba District leadership—including the RDC, CAO, DHO, LC5 Parish Development Model Social Services Committee, and members of the District Health Services Committee.

• Champion Introduction & Integration: The 3FHi Executive Director formally introduced seven trained inter-faith religious and cultural health champions to district leadership, advocating for their inclusion in the Parish Development Model Social Services Committee and key technical working groups, such as the District Health Team.

• Support for SRH & Self-Care Action Plans: 3FHi called on district leadership to actively support these champions as they roll out community action plans focused on self-care and sexual and reproductive health.

• Targeting High-Risk Areas: Champions are bridging critical information gaps to combat teenage pregnancy in remote sub-counties.
• Integrated Self-Care Support: Expanding HIV self-testing uptake, encouraging partner involvement, and promoting NCD prevention through community physical wellness and routine health checks.

Empowering the Next Generation: 3FHi Joins Youth Convention to Advocate for Holistic Well-Being

Start date:  August 17, 2026, September 2026

Location: 32 Target Operational Districts across Uganda

Ntoroko, Bundibugyo, Kabarole, Kyegegwa, Kyenjojo August , 2026 — Faith for Family Health initiative (3FHi)  is conducting  a targeted 1-day retooling workshop in 32 District, bringing together key Interfaith and Cultural Champions representing religious institutions, local leaders, youth, and women representatives.

The exercise is  part of 3FHi’s ongoing nationwide campaign across 32 focus districts aimed at equipping community faith structures with updated epidemiological data, SMART advocacy tools, and tracking mechanisms aligned with Ministry of Health (MoH) priorities and the national RMNCAH+N Sharpened Plan (2025/26–2030/31).

On 10th August 2026, leadership from the Faith For Family Health initiative (3FHi)—represented by Board Chairperson His Eminence the Deputy Mufti of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council and Honourable Beatrice Rwakimari, Member of the Health Committee of the Parliament of Uganda, alongside 3FHi  management and CSO representatives—held a strategic engagement with Dr. Diana Atwine, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health (MoH), and members of the MoH senior management team.

The meeting served as a platform to:

• Highlight Key Milestones: Present progress and achievements driven by champions through 3FHi’s interfaith-led model and multisectoral engagement approach.

• Consult on Future Strategy: Seek guidance on 3FHi’s strategic direction for the next five years (2026/27 – 2030/31).

• Strengthen Partnerships: Explore deeper collaboration opportunities to advance national health outcomes.