About NASSO Uganda

Faith-inspired. Community-centred. People-driven.

Our Story

Namugongo Social Services Organisation

Namugongo Social Services Organization Ltd (NASSO) is a Faith-Based Non-Government Organisation that runs the social activities of the Focolare Movement in Uganda. Our work is grounded in a spiritual mission to make the world a better place, inspired by the Gospel reading of John 17:21, “That all may be one.”

NASSO was founded in 1999 and formally registered as an NGO in 2009 to contribute to the social wellbeing of vulnerable people in the community. Today we operate three integrated program areas — Health, Nutrition & Early Childhood Development, and Socioeconomic Development — reaching thousands of families across Namugongo and its surrounding areas every year.

NASSO team and community at the ambulance launch
What We Do

Our Program Areas

Three integrated programs working together to transform lives in Namugongo.

Health

Zia Angelina Health Centre offers subsidised outpatient, inpatient, maternity, laboratory, dental, X-ray/ultrasound and ART (HIV/AIDS) services to over 65,000 people every year.

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Nutrition & Early Childhood Development

Arcobaleno Nutrition Centre and Nursery School supports 45 vulnerable children aged 3-5 with therapeutic nutrition and early education, while sponsoring 180 children through primary, secondary and tertiary school.

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Socioeconomic Development

Vocational training, savings groups and enterprise support empower youth and women through 30 SACCOs and skills training in tailoring, arts & crafts, soap making and agribusiness.

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Our Foundation

Mission, Vision & Goal

Mission

To contribute to the health, social and economic wellbeing of Ugandans.

Vision

A united world of healthy, productive and empowered people who master the art of caring.

Goal

Address general welfare in Namugongo through integrated health, social, and economic development programmes.

Unity

We believe in the transformative power of unity. Every programme is built on mutual respect, collaboration, and shared responsibility.

Dignity

Every person we serve is treated with dignity and respect. Our programmes are designed with the community, not just for them.

Accountability

We are transparent and accountable to our beneficiaries, donors, and partners in all our work.

Who We Serve

Target Beneficiaries

We focus our resources where they are needed most.

Orphans & Vulnerable Children

Children without parental care or in households facing extreme poverty receive nutritional support, education, and psychosocial care.

People Living with HIV/AIDS

Our ART clinic and support groups provide medical care, counselling, and stigma reduction for PLHIV in Namugongo.

Women & Youth

Vulnerable women and young people access vocational training, savings groups, and livelihoods support to achieve economic independence.

Pregnant Mothers

Maternal health services at Zia Angelina Health Centre ensure safe deliveries and healthy start for mothers and newborns.

Economically Disadvantaged

Households below the poverty line access affordable healthcare, microfinance, and enterprise development support.

The Wider Community

Environmental conservation and community health education programmes benefit the entire Namugongo area.

Our People

Our Team

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Staff Members

NASSO's workforce spans medical personnel, teachers, administrators and support staff working across every program area. Guided by a shared commitment to our mission, the team works in synergy — enhancing efficiency, improving service quality, and ensuring resources are used effectively to deliver sustainable impact for the communities we serve.

Who We Work With

Our Partners

We work hand-in-hand with government, faith-based and international partners to deliver lasting impact.

Ministry of Health, Uganda Government
Uganda Catholic Medical Bureau (UCMB) Health Sector
AMU – Luxembourg International Partner
Greening Africa Together Environmental
UPLANET Community Partner
Opus Maria Peacebuilding
New Humanity International International Partner
PROSPES Italian NGO
Our Inspiration

Connection to the Focolare Movement

NASSO is affiliated with the Focolare Movement — officially known as the "Work of Mary" — a global movement of spiritual and social renewal founded by Chiara Lubich in Trent, Italy in 1943. The Movement gained Catholic Church recognition in 1962 and now operates in 182 nations with approximately 2 million participants.

The Focolare Movement's central aim — promoting brotherhood and building a more united world — is the spiritual foundation of NASSO's work. This connection inspires our belief that lasting social change is possible when people are united in love and mutual care.

"May they all be one." — John 17:21

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