SACEN Foundation Uganda

21/04/2026

Each time the parents of children with acute communication disabilities in Terego District under the MSNE Program meet, the experiences are heart warming, the testimonies are humbling

21/04/2026

Getting the message right!

21/04/2026

We were glad to have Mrs. Lucy all the way from Nakuru to Terego for the second time for a brush up training on AAC. You did an incredible job Lucy, thank you.

21/04/2026

21/04/2026

Our team traveled to Nakuru Kenya to learn more about inclusive education and AAC in the school setting.

21/04/2026

AAC redefining communication

02/03/2026

Notable developments are occurring, mindsets are evolving, and AAC is being valued.

Heads of government aided schools in Terego District convened to gain insights into the Augmentative and Alternative Communication for children without functional speech under the MSNE project implemented by SACEN Foundation.

16/10/2025

An engagement with the beneficiaries of the MSNE Program. Scenes that warm the heart, a sign of hope for the children without functional speech.

14/10/2025

The 2nd MPG meeting at BCK School of Hope, Terego District

14/10/2025

Giving a Voice to Children with Disabilities in Terego District

In Terego District, many children live in silence not by choice, but because of conditions such as cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and autism that affect their ability to speak and express themselves. These children, often described as having acute communication disabilities, face daily challenges that go beyond their speech difficulties. They struggle to participate in school, socialize with peers, and express basic needs and emotions, which leads to exclusion and frustration for both the children and their caregivers.

Despite their potential, most of these children are left behind due to a lack of awareness, assistive tools, and trained professionals. Families in rural communities, already burdened by poverty, often cannot access or afford specialized support such as speech therapy or communication aids. There are few SNE teachers and they rarely receive training on how to include non-verbal children in learning activities. Leaving them abandoned in an environment that is supposed to nurture them.

This is where Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) offers hope. AAC refers to methods, tools, and strategies that support or replace speech, ranging from simple picture boards to advanced communication devices. By introducing AAC, children who once relied on gestures or silence can now point to symbols, pictures, or use digital apps to express their thoughts, needs, and feelings.

SACEN Foundation is taking the lead in promoting AAC in Terego District. Through community awareness programs, caregiver training, and the provision of learning aids, SACEN is helping families, schools and government understand that communication is a right not a privilege. When children with communication disabilities are given a voice, they gain confidence, build relationships, and are better able to learn and participate in society.

AAC is not just a tool; it is a bridge connecting silent children to a world ready to listen.

By SACEN Foundation Project Team