Bumatofu School now supports 350+ students Mobile mental health clinics reach 5 new villages GBV support program expands to Sironko district ImaniHub platform launches next month New vocational training center under construction

Integrating Mental Health with Education in Uganda

Imani Care Foundation provides holistic support, disaster-resilient education, and community development to help young people overcome trauma and build resilient futures.

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"A Life of Purpose Through Integrated Support"

Imani Care Foundation's guiding vision: Every young Ugandan, regardless of background or circumstances, leads a meaningful life through integrated mental health and education support.

Building Resilience

Developing strength to bounce back from challenges in disaster-prone regions through integrated support.

Mental Health Integration

Combining education with psychological support for holistic child development.

The Challenge We Face in Eastern Uganda

In mudslide-prone regions, young people face multiple barriers to education and wellbeing

Education Disruption

Recurring mudslides destroy school infrastructure and disrupt education for months at a time.

Trauma Accumulation

Natural disasters create psychological trauma without adequate mental health support services.

Poverty Cycles

Repeated rebuilding costs and lost education opportunities compound extreme poverty.

Limited Opportunities

Lack of secondary schools and vocational training limits future opportunities for youth.

Our Integrated Programs

Holistic approaches addressing education, mental health, and community resilience

Bumatofu Nursery & Primary School

Bumatofu Nursery & Primary School

Integrated education with mental health support for 350+ students in Eastern Uganda's mudslide-prone region.

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Gender-Based Violence Support

Gender-Based Violence Support

Providing critical support, advocacy and education for GBV survivors, particularly women and girls in Eastern Uganda.

Survivor support
ImaniHub Platform

ImaniHub Platform

Online marketplace connecting mental health stakeholders across Uganda, revolutionizing access to mental health services.

Digital access
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Bumatofu Parents' Nursery & Primary School

Located in Mutufu Village, Budadiri - Mbale, Eastern Uganda | Founded 2014

Our Story

Rooted in the hills of Sironko District, Imani Care Foundation helps communities facing landslides, poverty, and hidden trauma that stop children from learning. We started in 2014 when childhood specialist Claire Twenda partnered with Allways Group Ltd. Together, we bring education and mental health support to give children hope, dignity, and strength. When crisis closes doors, we open new paths,so every child can learn, heal, and grow.

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Journey Thus Far:

Turning support into measurable change for pupils and communities

  • 350+ pupils supported annually with bursaries from nursery to primary
  • 1,200+ learners reached across disadvantaged communities in Mbale & Sironko
  • 4 classroom blocks constructed with reinforced foundations for safe, durable learning
  • Clean water access delivered to the entire school community
  • 350+ pupils & teachers equipped with modern sanitation facilities, improving hygiene and dignity
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Our Leadership Team

Dedicated individuals leading integrated education and mental health initiatives

Claire Twenda

Claire Twenda

CEO & Education Director

Claire Twenda builds hope where it’s needed most. She’s the Founder of Bumatofu School and Director of Imani Hub, pioneering Uganda’s integrated approach to education and mental health in disaster-prone communities. With a background in child development, counseling psychology, and MHPSS, she designs programs that strengthen resilience, create safe learning spaces, and bring professional care to the communities. The goal is to give every child and family the support to heal, learn, and thrive even in the toughest circumstances.
Elijah Nyiro

Elijah Nyiro

Co-Director

Architect, mental health activist, and certified MHPSS practitioner. He designs healing-centered spaces and leads vocational programs that restore dignity and wellbeing.

Victoria Zalwango

Victoria Zalwango

Programs Manager

Library & Information specialist, mental health activist, and certified MHPSS practitioner. She manages programs and connects communities to culturally relevant support and information.

Otuku Babra

Otuku Babra

Operations & Finance

Babra manages organizational operations and financial sustainability, ensuring resources reach those who need them most.

Nantumbwe Cynthia

Nantumbwe Cynthia

Head of Mental Health

Head of Mental Health, MHPSS beneficiary, and counselor. She leads programs blending psychological care with economic empowerment for community healing.

Stories of Transformation

Real lives changed through our integrated approach

How You Can Help

Join us in creating lasting change through integrated education and mental health

"When we invest in a child's mind and wellbeing today, we build a stronger Uganda tomorrow." — Imani Care Foundation

In Uganda, our youth are the heart and hope of the country. By investing in these young minds today, we can create a brighter future for all.

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Your financial support enables our integrated programs to thrive – from building classrooms to providing counseling.

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Share your skills – teaching, counseling, engineering – to strengthen our programs.

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Our Trusted Partners

Collaborating with organizations that share our vision for integrated education and mental health

Lend a Hand Foundation Allways Group HyTribe Africa Tkay Art
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