Raising Hope International Friends - RHIF

Raising Hope International Friends - RHIF RHIF is a dedicated Sickle Cell Advocacy Organization committed to transforming lives through advocacy, awareness, and access to healthcare.
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We promote early screening, behavior change, and community empowerment to the underserved communities in Uganda.

A big thank you to all our donors, partners, and funders for making the 5th Annual Uganda Sickle Cell Convention a memor...
19/07/2026

A big thank you to all our donors, partners, and funders for making the 5th Annual Uganda Sickle Cell Convention a memorable and successful event. .original .university

05/07/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for the 5th Annual Uganda Sickle Cell Convention 2026. Your participation, insights, and commitment made this gathering a remarkable success.

We were honored to bring together key stakeholders from across Uganda and beyond to strengthen collaboration in advancing sickle cell awareness, advocacy, research, and quality care. We are especially grateful that the convention was officially opened by the Hon. Minister of State for Primary Health Care, whose support reaffirmed the government's commitment to improving the lives of people living with sickle cell disease.

Together, we are building hope and creating lasting change.

"Call to Every Sector" By the Guest of Honour, Hon. Dr. Charles Ayume, State Minister for Primary Healthcare.Call to Eve...
05/07/2026

"Call to Every Sector" By the Guest of Honour, Hon. Dr. Charles Ayume, State Minister for Primary Healthcare.

Call to Every Sector

As we embrace this year's theme, "Building Sustainable Sickle Cell Support Systems in Uganda and Beyond Using a Multisectoral Approach," I call upon every sector to play its part. Sustainable solutions will only be achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.

I wish to express my sincere appreciation to Raising Hope International Friends for creating and sustaining the Uganda Sickle Cell Convention over the past five years. This convention has grown into a vital national platform that brings together government, healthcare professionals, researchers, development partners, civil society, the private sector, and families affected by sickle cell disease. Through this platform, knowledge is shared, partnerships are built, innovation is encouraged, and collective action is strengthened. Government values this collaboration and looks forward to continued partnership as we work together to improve the lives of all people living with sickle cell disease in Uganda.

To Buganda Kingdom and all our cultural institutions, your influence reaches deep into our communities. I commend His Majesty the Kabaka of Buganda for championing the fight against sickle cell disease. I encourage all cultural leaders to promote premarital genotype testing and genetic counselling, just as they successfully championed HIV prevention. Your leadership can help prevent future generations from unnecessary suffering.

To our religious leaders, your guidance shapes families and communities. I urge you to integrate sickle cell education, premarital testing, and genetic counselling into your marriage preparation programmes. Let every couple make informed decisions before beginning their family journey.
To the media, continue to tell the stories of people living with sickle cell disease accurately, consistently, and compassionately. Your reporting has the power to dispel myths, reduce stigma, and inspire action. Awareness must remain a continuous national conversation.

To our private sector and development partners, I thank you for your continued support.

We are honored to welcome our Guest of Honor, , State Minister for Primary Healthcare, to the 5th Annual Sickle Cell Con...
02/07/2026

We are honored to welcome our Guest of Honor, , State Minister for Primary Healthcare, to the 5th Annual Sickle Cell Convention. Don’t miss this impactful gathering as we unite to advance sickle cell care, awareness, and advocacy in Uganda. Join us and be part of the change!

Meet our speaker, Dr. Abdoul, Medical Program Coordinator at Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders). He will...
01/07/2026

Meet our speaker, Dr. Abdoul, Medical Program Coordinator at Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders). He will share MSF’s experience in implementing sickle cell programs across Africa, highlighting best practices, key lessons learned, and innovative approaches to improving patient care. Join us to gain valuable insights from one of the leading global humanitarian medical organizations working to strengthen sickle cell services across the continent.

Raising HopeInternational Friends Invites you to the *5th Annual Uganda Sickle Cell Convention 2026 ( ) 3rd July 2026, V...
01/07/2026

Raising HopeInternational Friends Invites you to the *5th Annual Uganda Sickle Cell Convention 2026 ( ) 3rd July 2026, Venue: Makerere University School of Public Health Auditorium*

Join Uganda's Premier Sickle Cell convention as we unite the communities of practice, healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, warriors, advocates, caregivers, and partners to raise our voices, share knowledge, inspire action, and champion better care for people living with sickle cell disease in Uganda and beyond.

Click on the Link below to register your participation.

https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/x/3zv21lCb

Meet Grace, a mental health expert joining us at the 5th Annual Sickle Cell Convention to spotlight the critical role of...
01/07/2026

Meet Grace, a mental health expert joining us at the 5th Annual Sickle Cell Convention to spotlight the critical role of mental health in sickle cell care. She will share insights on emotional wellbeing, resilience, and holistic support for individuals living with sickle cell disease. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss as we advance comprehensive care together.

We are honored to welcome Prof. Miriam Nakalembe, Associate Professor and Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Makerere ...
01/07/2026

We are honored to welcome Prof. Miriam Nakalembe, Associate Professor and Head of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Makerere University, with over 26 years of experience in clinical care, research, teaching, and mentorship. She serves at Kawempe National Referral Hospital and Mulago Women’s Hospital, managing high-volume maternal care and complex referrals. At the convention, she brings insights on reproductive health in adolescents living with sickle cell disease, addressing care gaps, awareness, and how systems can better support informed, dignified decision-making. Makerere University Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Stratus Medical Supplies Ltd Stratus Medical Supplies Ltd Human Diagnostics Uganda LTD THE JOINT CLINICAL RESEARCH CENTRE (JCRC) OFFICIAL alignAfrica Uganda Airlines Microhaem Scientifics Stacey Beal









Meet Prof. Charles Olaro, Director General of Health Services at Ministry of Health, Uganda, who will join us at the con...
01/07/2026

Meet Prof. Charles Olaro, Director General of Health Services at Ministry of Health, Uganda, who will join us at the conference to share national policy direction on sickle cell disease. He brings strong leadership in shaping health systems, improving service delivery, and guiding strategic interventions for better patient outcomes across country. We are honored to host him and learn from his expertise.

Meet Our Speaker: Dr. Susan NabaddaWe are honored to welcome Dr. Susan Nabadda, Commissioner at the National Health Labo...
01/07/2026

Meet Our Speaker: Dr. Susan Nabadda

We are honored to welcome Dr. Susan Nabadda, Commissioner at the National Health Laboratory and Diagnostic Services (NHLDS), Ministry of Health, Uganda.

She brings extensive leadership and expertise in strengthening diagnostic systems in Uganda, with a strong focus on improving laboratory services, disease detection, and health system efficiency. Her work continues to play a vital role in advancing diagnostic capacity and improving patient care across the country.

We look forward to her valuable insights and leadership at the conference.

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Haruna Tower 4th Floor Ntinda
Kampala
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Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00

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