Know Who We Are

About our JDC Uganda

Justice and Development Council (JDC) is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in Uganda committed to advancing humanitarian and activist causes. 

With over 15 years of focused action, JDC Uganda drives transformative change across the nation by strategically addressing the root causes of poverty, inequality, and safety concerns. Leveraging our expertise in policy advocacy, media influence, and capacity-building, we target essential issues like Gender-Based Violence (GBV), Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), injury prevention, and economic empowerment for women. Through a coordinated approach that combines policy reform with community training and media outreach, we strengthen Uganda’s health and social systems to deliver equitable, accessible services to vulnerable populations—especially women, children, and rural communities. Our strategic initiatives are community-driven and sustainable, creating lasting impact and building a more resilient Uganda for future generations.

Our Programmes

Rights Respected, People Protected

Women Economic Empowerment

Advocating for safer roads through awareness, responsible driving, and stricter traffic law enforcement

Refugee Livelihood Programme

Providing refugees with resources and training for sustainable livelihoods and community integration.

Content Creation

Essential skills for you, today!

Road Safety

Advocating for safer roads through awareness, responsible driving, and stricter traffic law enforcement

Gender Based Violence, Prevention & Response

Eliminating GBV through awareness, legal support, counseling, and community engagement

Skills Development

Engaging youth in development activities to drive economic and social change

Social Norm Change

Transforming harmful norms through community dialogues, education, and advocacy for gender equality and inclusivity

Justice. Empowerment. Resilience. Sustainability.

JDC Uganda stands with vulnerable communities, championing rights and fostering resilience. Through advocacy and action, we work for a Uganda where justice and opportunity reach everyone. Join us in making this vision a reality.

Established Network

Mobilizing Our Network for Sustainable Impact

JDC has successfully implemented nationwide programs, such as Women's Economic Empowerment (WEE) and Gender Inclusion. These initiatives include advocating for women's inclusion in public procurement and partnering with grassroots organizations to elevate local women's voices at national forums.

Established Network

JDC operates regional offices in Gulu and Arua and collaborates with a broad network of community-based, national, and international partners, emphasizing women-led organizations and Women’s Rights Organizations (WROs).

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Individuals reached through gbv awareness providing counseling and medical referrals for gbv survivors.

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Refugee men and women started gardens to provide sustenance.

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Rural farmers in Palaro sub-county educated on sustainable marketing.

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Years of experience changing lives