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    • Davis studying

      The amazing story of Davis TURYAHIKAYO

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      A window of opportunity opened up for Davis who was ecstatic with joy at the news of his sponsorship by DLU – a dream come true that he braced himself to continue his education.

    • Nassozi Kiyaga at event in Sweden.

      May events in Sweden

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      This May Inter Action invited Nassozi Kiyaga at one of its annual events in Stockholm, Sweden, to share experiences about Deaf Link Uganda.

    • Maria Langefors and Nassozi Kiyaga

      My Journey with Deaf Link Uganda

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      Maria Langefors from Sweden visits Deaf Link Uganda and meets a lot of fantastic people. Read her full story!

    • Abdu and Ismail at DLU office

      Deaf trainee at Deaf Link Uganda

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      Because of Ismails good character and willingness to work, he was offered a training opportunity at Deaf Link Uganda’s office in Munyonyo, Kampala.

    • DLU 10 years!

      Deaf Link Uganda celebrates 10 years!

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      Deaf Link Uganda celebrates 10 years!

    • Deaf woman catering in Uganda

      Rehema – hardworking talented deaf woman

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      For Rehema, deafness is no barrier BUT an avenue to excel! Her outstanding educational performance opens up opportunities for a bright future.

    • Kachumbala rock, Bukedea district, Eastern Uganda.

      Kachumbala rock

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      DLU work with deaf people and their families in local communities, and is based in remote villages in three districts in Uganda:

    • Akol is a deaf farmer.

      Livelihoods Program: Akol and her bulls

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      A successful deaf role model, Akol has survived against all odds.

    • Olupot with his turkey.

      Promoting Sustainable Living for Deaf in Rural Areas

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      DLU donated 3 turkeys to Olupot and within a one year period ...

    • Deaf Business Group – Fort Portal

      Deaf Business Group – Fort Portal

      Posted by dluadmin on December 6, 2019

      Deaf Business Groups (DBGs) are a DLU initiative aimed at securing self-employment among young deaf people who have acquired skills in crafts, weaving, farming and agriculture, tailoring, etc.

    • Deaf Business Group – Mityana

      Deaf Business Group – Mityana

      Posted by tamalesp on December 6, 2019

      Deaf Business Group – Mityana is a Deaf Link Uganda Programme aimed at securing employment for skilled deaf youth.

    • The 6th Graduation Ceremony at Apoolo Na Angor Skills Development Academy in May 2016. Four DLU-sponsored students, graduated in tailoring after one and a half years of training.

      Graduation Ceremony at Apoolo Na Angor Skills Development Academy

      Posted by tamalesp on December 6, 2019

      The 6th Graduation Ceremony was held at Apoolo Na Angor Skills Development Academy on 12th May 2016. 

    • Nassozi Kiyaga from Deaf Link Uganda, participates in 15th session of CRPD Committee, Geneva.

      Report from week three of the Geneva marathon of Spring 2016

      Posted by tamalesp on December 6, 2019

      The 18 Committee members were briefed before the examinations by organisations of persons with disabilities from those respective countries.

    • DLU-education

      Entrepreneurship & Microfinance training

      Posted by tamalesp on December 6, 2019

      Entrepreneurship and microfinance training for people with disabilities.

    • The Town School, USA

      The Towns School fundraiser for Deaf Link Uganda

      Posted by tamalesp on December 6, 2019

      A number of kids took part in a fundraiser for the organization Deaf Link Uganda to help support some of its projects.

    • Deaf boy on BBC

      BBC Channel 4 Documentary: Patrick Speaks

      Posted by tamalesp on December 6, 2019

      Patrick Otema, 15 was born profoundly deaf. In the remote area of Uganda where he lives there are no schools for deaf children, and he has never had a conversation.

    • Family in Western Uganda

      Guardian shares experience

      Posted by pierinux on December 6, 2019

      How old was your Davis when you met him? Davis was born deaf. He’s the son of my neighbour in Kayanga village, Rukungiri – Western Uganda. I met him when he was a young boy and have known him for over 13 years. What was your reaction when you first

    • Handicrafts from deaf in Uganda

      Auntie shares experiences

      Posted by pierinux on December 6, 2019

      How old was your child when you realised she was deaf? She was about 3 years old – but at that time she wasn’t staying with me. She came to live with me permanently when she was 6 years old. What was your reaction when you realised she was deaf?

    • Parents of deaf children

      Parents Perspective

      Posted by tamalesp on December 6, 2019

      Parents of deaf children hardly have opportunities to share personal experiences of having a deaf child.

    • Julius is deaf, works as a carpenter

      My Silent City

      Posted by tamalesp on December 6, 2019

      From Kampala Uganda, another Yes! That’s Us film.

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