Why We Exist
Amani Sasa exists to walk alongside of the most vulnerable refugee families.
We are the leader in Kampala for providing in-depth, holistic care to the most vulnerable refugee women, men and children. Amani Sasa is committed to providing vulnerable refugees access to safety, wholeness and empowerment so that refugees can live into their full God-given potential.
Serving over 2000 individuals each year.
Amani Sasa started with the goal of providing holistic opportunities for refugees to experience God’s healing and transformation. It is a robust and holistic ministry program serving thousands of people each year. Here are just some of the measures of our impact.
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Impacted by our empowerment programs
Each year we invest deeply in the empowerment and transformation of the most vulnerable refugees. Serving over 70 though our trauma rehabilitation shelter programs, savings and support groups, vocational skills training, and school scholarships.
200+
individuals healing through counseling & therapy
Over two hundred clients experience healing from trauma through individual counseling and group therapy each year.
450+
families receiving emergency services
Families and individuals receive emergency services in the form of transitional housing, food, and medical services to over 450 individuals and families, reaching thousands with desperately needed aid.
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Over half of our staff are graduates from our own programs.
Our Approach To Holistic Care
At Amani Sasa, we believe that healing and empowerment look different for different people. Thats why we offer four integrated programs, each designed to meet families and individuals where they are in their journey. All of our programs are grounded in the same holistic approach: we address immediate crisis needs, provide trauma healing and counseling, equip people with skills and opportunities leading to long-term family and community transformation.
Children’s Program
For unaccompanied minors and children in crisis
We believe every child deserves safety, education, and the opportunity to thrive. Our Children’s Program provides:
Nursery and child development center – Ensuring that infants and toddlers are safe, have an opportunity to heal and grow
Shelter for unaccompanied minors – Safe housing and comprehensive support (launching 2027)
Scholarships – Educational support for refugee and vulnerable Ugandan children from pre-school through high school
Trauma-informed care – Counseling and support tailored to children’s developmental needs
Mpendwa Shelter Programs
For young adults (ages 17–25) in crisis - Young adults face unique vulnerabilities—they’re too old for child services but often lack the resources and support of adults. Our Mpendwa Shelters provide:
Two separate shelters – One for women and children, one for men
Emergency housing and care – Safety, food, medical support, and protection
Trauma healing – Individual counseling, group therapy, and spiritual support
Skills and economic empowerment – Vocational training, business training, and transition assistance
Pathway to independence – Support as residents transition to self-sufficiency, including start-up housing supplies, rent down payment, and business capital
Community Services Program
For families and individuals in crisis (not in shelters)
Many families need comprehensive support but don’t require residential shelter. Our Community Services Program provides:
Emergency assistance – Food, medical care, housing support, and emergency protection
Trauma counseling – Individual and group therapy for families and individuals
Economic empowerment – Vocational training, business training, and start-up capital
Ongoing support – Helping families stabilize and build sustainable livelihoods
Alumni Program
For graduates of Amani Sasa programs
Graduation is not the end—it’s a new beginning. Our Alumni Program provides ongoing support:
Counseling and mentorship – Continued emotional and spiritual support
Savings and empowerment groups – Led by alumni themselves, these groups provide peer support and financial literacy
Scholarships – Support for ongoing vocational training and university education
Leadership opportunities – Many alumni go on to serve as staff at Amani Sasa, becoming leaders in their communities
Make an impact
We couldn’t do the work we do without the generous support of donors, volunteers, advocates and cheerleaders (like you!). You gift will provide hope, healing, and restoration to the most vulnerable refugees in our community.