About us
Stretch for Hope Uganda (SHU) is a not-for-profit organization committed to strengthening vulnerable communities across Uganda. Our efforts are rooted in the belief in the inherent dignity of all individuals and from this we aim at empowering disadvantaged individuals and families to thrive amidst adversity. We are grounded in the principles of compassion, collaboration, and excellence, guided by the teachings of the Bible.
…rooted in the belief in the inherent dignity of all individuals
Vision
Our vision is to equip and empower vulnerable and disadvantaged families to become resilient in the face of unjust treatment from the community.
Mission
Our mission is to educate and build the capacity of vulnerable and disadvantaged families to withstand unjust treatment in collaboration with the worldwide church.
What we do
We educate and build the capacity of vulnerable and disadvantaged families to withstand unjust treatment from the community in which they live in. Our activities include capacity building, empowerment, and community engagement.
Our history
Stretch for Hope Uganda (SHU) was first incorporated as a company Limited by Guarantee in September 2020, registered as a Community Based Organization in February 2021, and was granted NGO status in April 2024. It is however important to note that through collaboration with different church entities, the team has been active in this work since 2010.
… active since 2010
Our Core Values
Collaborative Partnerships
Working both with the local and worldwide church as well as other like-minded entities to achieve our vision.
Compassionate Engagement
Those who suffer unjust treatment are the driving force behind our activities. These include women and children who suffer gender based and domestic violence, youth and men subjected to discriminative and inhumane treatment at work and in the community based on religious, or ethnic differences.
Informative Transformation
We use education for transformation by believing that for people to be transformed, they ought to have access to timely and accurate information.
Diligent in conversations
We engage in cross cultural and constructive dialogue for the benefit of women, children and youth who belong to the vulnerable and disadvantaged families as well as their caregivers.
Boldness in action
We are bold in our faith as a model for living and working in the community.
Commitment
We are dedicated to holistic development of the person, family, community, and the nation.
Quality Service
Excellency is at the core of our operations. We are motivated solely for the glory of God and as such, we pursue excellency while serving.
Our Mission
To equip and empower vulnerable and disadvantaged families to become resilient in the face of unjust treatment from the community
Contact
Office Hours
Mon-Fri: 8:00-16:00