Event Title: Community Dialogue & District Accountability Forum: Turning the Tide for Maternal and Adolescent Health

Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:25 PM EAT

Location: Butorwa Camp, Kanara Sub-County, Ntoroko District

Project Context: Uzazi Salama Project (Supported by Comic Relief)

Strengthening Health Outcomes for Mothers and Adolescents

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving community health and well-being, Faith for Family Health Initiative (3FHi) recently hosted a pivotal Maternal and Adolescent Health Community Dialogue in Kanara Sub-County, Ntoroko District.

The dialogue brought together local leaders, healthcare providers, community champions, mothers, and young people to engage in open, solution-oriented discussions around the health challenges facing mothers and adolescents in the region.
Key Highlights of the Dialogue

• Community-Led Solutions: Participants identified local barriers to accessing maternal and reproductive health services and discussed actionable, community-driven solutions.

• Adolescent Health & Empowerment: Dedicated sessions focused on addressing adolescent sexual and reproductive health (ASRH), reducing teenage pregnancies, and encouraging supportive environments for young people.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Local district leaders and health officials reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening primary healthcare delivery and ensuring facilities in Kanara Sub-County are equipped to meet the needs of mothers and youth.

• Breaking Stigmas: The open forum provided a safe space for community members to discuss sensitive health topics, encouraging healthcare-seeking behaviors and male involvement in maternal health.

Moving Forward

The insights and recommendations gathered during this community dialogue will inform our continued outreach, mentorship programs, and advocacy efforts in Ntoroko District. We extend our sincere gratitude to the local leadership, health personnel, and community members of Kanara Sub-County for their active participation and dedication to building healthier families.

"When we prioritize the health of mothers and adolescents, we safeguard the future of the entire community."

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On 10th August 2026, leadership from the Faith For Family Health initiative (3FHi)—represented by Board Chairperson His Eminence the Deputy Mufti of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council and Honourable Beatrice Rwakimari, Member of the Health Committee of the Parliament of Uganda, alongside 3FHi  management and CSO representatives—held a strategic engagement with Dr. Diana Atwine, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health (MoH), and members of the MoH senior management team.

The meeting served as a platform to:

• Highlight Key Milestones: Present progress and achievements driven by champions through 3FHi’s interfaith-led model and multisectoral engagement approach.

• Consult on Future Strategy: Seek guidance on 3FHi’s strategic direction for the next five years (2026/27 – 2030/31).

• Strengthen Partnerships: Explore deeper collaboration opportunities to advance national health outcomes.

Start date:  August 17, 2026

Location: 32 Target Operational Districts across Uganda

Ntoroko, Bundibugyo August , 2026 — Faith for Family Health initiative (3FHi)  is conducting  a targeted 1-day retooling workshop in 32 District, bringing together key Interfaith and Cultural Champions representing religious institutions, local leaders, youth, and women representatives.

The exercise is  part of 3FHi’s ongoing nationwide campaign across 32 focus districts aimed at equipping community faith structures with updated epidemiological data, SMART advocacy tools, and tracking mechanisms aligned with Ministry of Health (MoH) priorities and the national RMNCAH+N Sharpened Plan (2025/26–2030/31).