Buganda Disabled UNION

12/04/2026

Your Majesty, Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II,
On this special occasion of your birthday, we, the members of Buganda Disabled (Union), humbly and joyfully extend our warmest congratulations and heartfelt wishes to you.
Your reign continues to inspire hope, unity, and dignity among all your people, including persons with disabilities who draw strength from your leadership and commitment to inclusiveness. We deeply appreciate your efforts in promoting equality, cultural pride, and the well-being of every Muganda.
As we celebrate your life today, we pray that you are blessed with continued good health, wisdom, and strength to lead the Buganda Kingdom to even greater heights. May your legacy remain a guiding light for generations to come.
Happy Birthday, Ssaabasajja Kabaka.
With utmost respect and loyalty,
Buganda Disabled (Union)
Executive Director
Buganda Disabled Union

Welcome to Buganda Disabled Union (BUDU), a kingdom-affiliated Disabled Persons’ Organization (DPO) dedicated to promoting the rights, inclusion, and economic empowerment of persons with disabilities (PWDs) within Buganda Kingdom’s governance and development structures.

07/04/2026

07/04/2026

Buganda Disabled Union: Advancing Disability Inclusion in the Buganda Kingdom
The Buganda Kingdom has long been a pillar of cultural heritage, unity, and social organization in Uganda. As society continues to evolve, there is a growing recognition of the importance of inclusivity—ensuring that every individual, regardless of ability, has equal opportunities to participate in community life. In this context, the Buganda Disabled Union (BDU) plays a vital role in promoting the rights, dignity, and inclusion of persons with disabilities across the kingdom.
Promoting Equality and Representation
The Buganda Disabled Union serves as a collective voice for persons with disabilities, advocating for equal treatment and representation in social, cultural, and economic spheres. By working closely with traditional leaders, local governments, and community organizations, the union ensures that disability issues are integrated into decision-making processes.
Representation is key to inclusion. The union encourages participation of persons with disabilities in leadership roles, community meetings, and kingdom programs, helping to break long-standing barriers and stereotypes.
Raising Awareness and Changing Mindsets
One of the major challenges faced by persons with disabilities is societal stigma. The Buganda Disabled Union actively conducts awareness campaigns to educate communities about disability rights and inclusion. Through workshops, cultural events, and outreach programs, the union promotes understanding that disability is not inability.
These efforts help shift perceptions—from viewing disability as a limitation to recognizing the potential and contributions of every individual.
Improving Access to Services
Accessibility remains a critical issue in many parts of the Buganda Kingdom. The union advocates for improved access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and transportation. This includes:
Promoting inclusive education for children with disabi

16/03/2026

We as the members of Buganda Disabled Union, wish to appreciate the support from ADD , Ukaid and Luwero District development partners for the support extended to person with disability to promote friendly and positive environment involving them into projects such as emyooga , PDM and look at my gardening grow this enhanced them to feel valued, respected, and scaled up within their standard of living. When community members work together with kindness, provide equal opportunities, and remove barriers to participation, people with disabilities are motivated to actively take part in development work and contribute their skills and ideas for the benefit of the whole community.

16/03/2026

Hello everyone

09/03/2026

I salute all people who are in struggle to include PWDs in all development programs

06/03/2026

thinking strategically

06/03/2026

They're has been a reasonable success with disability inclusion in the community of six Sub counties in Luwero District due to look at my gardening grow project funded by Ukaid and Action on Disability and Development international.watch more update

03/03/2026

Look at My Gardening Grow Project Transforms Livelihoods in Luwero District
The Look at My Gardening Grow Project has emerged as a powerful community-driven initiative in Uganda, directly impacting 110 beneficiaries across six sub-counties in Luwero District. Designed to strengthen household incomes, improve food security, and promote sustainable agriculture, the project is steadily transforming lives at the grassroots level.
Project Overview
Targeting vulnerable households—including youth, women, and smallholder farmers—the project focuses on enhancing practical gardening skills and promoting climate-smart agricultural practices. By equipping beneficiaries with knowledge, tools, and improved seed varieties, the initiative aims to create long-term economic and nutritional benefits for families throughout the district.
The six sub-counties where activities have been implemented have seen increased participation in household gardening, collective farming efforts, and local produce marketing. Through structured training and follow-up support, the 110 beneficiaries have become ambassadors of sustainable agriculture within their communities.
Key Activities Implemented
1. Agricultural Skills Training
Beneficiaries received hands-on training in:
Modern vegetable growing techniques
Soil fertility management
Compost preparation and organic manure use
Pest and disease control
Water conservation and irrigation methods
These sessions emphasized practical learning, enabling participants to immediately apply knowledge in their home gardens.
2. Distribution of Farming Inputs
The project provided quality seeds, basic gardening tools, and organic fertilizers to kick-start production. Crops such as tomatoes, onions, cabbages, spinach, and other nutrient-rich vegetables were introduced to improve both nutrition and income generation.
3. Establishment of Demonstration Gardens
Demonstration plots were set up in selected sub-counties to serve as learning centers. These gardens allowed fa

27/02/2026

a meeting with District Rehabilitation Officer where we discussed upgrade/scaling up the 10 group of look at my gardening grow project beneficiaries to CBOs so that to benefit from disability grants both National and District grant.