About:
Deaf Link Uganda (DLU), founded in 2007 by Nassozi B. Kiyaga, began as a CBO and became an NGO in 2017 to expand its impact. DLU embraces the social model of deafness, focusing on each individual’s potential and dignity. Its programs promote education, employment, inclusion, and cultural development for Deaf Ugandans.
Uganda Sign Language (UgSL)
This short video introduces basic signs to help you communicate with the Deaf community. Learn, practice, and build connection—one sign at a time.
COVID-19: Personal Experiences
This short video shares personal experiences of Deaf individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover their challenges,and resilience.
News
Livelihoods
Livelihoods, one of DLU’s intervention programmes set up to improve lives and welfare of deaf people, their families, and communities, works particularly in remote rural areas where marginalisation and poverty are commonly experienced.
Education
UGANDA SIGN LANGUAGE
In 1995 Uganda Sign Language (USL) was recognized as an official and primary language of the Deaf, who comprise 0.35% of Uganda’s population. It is estimated that 80% of Uganda’s deaf children are denied..
Business Enterprise
Upon successful completion of their education, majority of deaf youth find barriers in securing and engaging in meaningful employment due to rampant discrimination and exploitation that continues to exist in the job market.
