Who we are
HEPS-Uganda is an acronym for Coalition for Health Promotion and Social Development.
It is a health rights organisation that advocates for increased access to affordable essential medicines for the poor and vulnerable people in Uganda.
“Access to Sexual reproductive and health rights Commodities and Medicines to Prevent Maternal Mortality due to Unsafe Abortion Project” (ASA)
The ASA project has been running since 2016 to 2019.
Latest News
Strengthening Women and Girls’ Access and Use of SRHR Services
Poverty is not gender neutral. More women are affected. In fact, two thirds of the world’s working poor are women. For young women, living in urban slums, their realities are tough.
Health Facilities in Lira District Equipped to Improve Management of Pre-eclampsia
Health facilities in Lira district have been equipped to improve management of preeclampsia condition. This follows advocacy visits to different health facilities by HEPS-Uganda and the district leadership during the commemoration of the world Pre-eclampsia day on 22nd May 2019.
Uganda Reviews Snakebite Prevention and Management Strategy
HEPS-Uganda, World Health Organisation, Ministry of Health and partners have reviewed the draft Uganda Snakebite Prevention and Management Strategy to guide the country on snakebites.