Organisation Profile

LYOMOKI DEVELOPMENT
ORGANISATION (LYDO)

Empowering Communities. Transforming Lives.

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About LYDO

About Lyomoki Development Organisation

Lyomoki Development Organisation (LYDO) is a registered National Non-Governmental Organisation operating on a not-for-profit basis in Uganda.

LYDO is dedicated to fostering sustainable development through holistic programming that addresses health, education, agriculture, and economic empowerment.

LYDO takes a community-centred approach in all its work — engaging local stakeholders, building capacity, and fostering partnerships that drive lasting social change, guided by strong values of teamwork, integrity, transparency, and accountability.

Organisation NameLyomoki Development Organisation (LYDO)
Registration No.80034507372486
Organisation TypeNational Non-Governmental Organisation
Operational BasisNot-for-Profit
Head OfficeHaruna Towers, Makerere Kubiri, Kampala
Operational ScopeNational (Uganda)
Websitewww.lydo-uganda.org
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LYDO Uganda

"Empowering Communities. Transforming Lives."

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Objectives
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Nation

Our Mission

To uplift the lives of people in different communities by empowering them to participate in social and economic development initiatives.

Our Vision

A prosperous and resilient world where every community thrives and every individual has the opportunity to live a life of purpose, dignity and fulfilment.

Core Values

What Guides Our Work

Teamwork

Harnessing collective strengths to achieve shared goals.

Integrity

Upholding the highest ethical standards in all we do.

Transparency

Operating openly and honestly with all stakeholders.

Accountability

Taking responsibility for our actions and results.

Organisational Objectives

What We Aim to Achieve

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Health Promotion & Sickle Cell Disease

Promote community health with a focus on awareness and interventions that address the prevalence of Sickle Cell Disease.

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Vocational & Technical Skills Training

Train young women, school dropouts, and vulnerable students with marketable skills for economic independence.

03
Agricultural Education & Promotion

Promote modern farming practices, supporting farmers and rural communities in adopting improved techniques for food security.

04
Grants & Support for Orphans

Make grants and provide donations to orphans and vulnerable children to ensure access to basic needs and education.

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Gender Equality & Social Inclusion

Promote gender equality and social inclusion across all programs and community engagements.

Thematic Areas

Where We Concentrate Our Work

Public Health & Disease Management

Promoting community health, disease prevention, and targeted interventions with emphasis on neglected conditions such as Sickle Cell Disease.

Food Security & Modern Agriculture

Advancing food security through sustainable agricultural practices and support for smallholder farmers.

Gender Equality & Women Empowerment

Championing the rights of women and girls, reducing gender-based inequalities, and creating platforms for participation.

Economic Empowerment & Livelihoods

Building economic resilience through income-generation, entrepreneurship support, and financial literacy programs.

Education & Skills Development

Expanding access to quality education and vocational training for marginalised youth, school dropouts, and vulnerable populations.

Community Development

Supporting holistic community growth through participatory approaches, local leadership strengthening, and social capital development.

Why Partner With LYDO

Reasons to Work With Us

Community-Rooted Approach LYDO works directly within communities, ensuring contextual relevance and community ownership of development interventions.
Multi-Sectorial Expertise Programming spanning health, agriculture, education, and economic empowerment offers integrated solutions to interconnected challenges.
Focus on Marginalised Groups Deliberate emphasis on reaching youth, women, school dropouts, and persons living with chronic conditions such as Sickle Cell Disease.
Commitment to Accountability Robust systems for project monitoring, financial management, and stakeholder reporting guided by transparency and accountability values.
Collaborative Partnerships LYDO actively seeks partnerships with government agencies, civil society organisations, academic institutions, and development partners.
Get in Touch

Contact Us

Head Office

Haruna Towers, Makerere Kubiri
Kampala, Uganda
P.O Box 178209

Online
www.lydo-uganda.org

Reg. No: 80034507372486