Atina Glow Initiatives
A public health NGO that was established in 2018,dedicated to advocating for the diabetics and prevention of the disease in the country. It was started with the aim of sustaining livelihoods of diabetic patients and reducing the incidence cases. The organization brings out a platform for the persons living with Diabetes, working together with a team of health professionals all advocating for healthy lifestyle. With the growing increase of cases of diabetes worldwide, we would wish to embark on strategies to reduce the disease burden hence in line with the Sustainable Development Goal 3.
Functions Of The Organization
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To engage community members in health and development initiatives through exploiting opportunities and activities available in the community.
2
Acting as a linkage with other government institutions that are closely associated with health promotion in the community especially in the area of prevention and management of non-communicable diseases.
3
To perform activities that are conducive to the attachment of of the objectives of the organization including the purchase, acquisition and leasing of the property required to the purpose of the organization.
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To liase and network with other charitable organizations, public body, institution and society that have the similar objectives and aspirations.
VISION
A community where new cases of diabetes and other non-communicable diseases are minimal and the people living with the disease live a healthy and empowered life.
To contribute to the reduction of diabetes and other NCDs burden and provide optimum health care for people in Uganda.
MISSION
To become a leading organization working towards promotion of healthy lifestyles and management of persons living with diabetes and other non-communicable diseases in Uganda.
GOAL
Areas of work/speciality
Public Health sensitization and Promotion in communities.
Prevention and Health care.
Research and Analysis.
Strengthening health livelihoods.
Knowledge generation and learning
Capacity building.
Advocacy compaigns.
Care and Psyhco-social support.
Objectives Of The Organization
1. To create community awareness about diabetes and other non-communicable diseases.
2. To educate the community about management of diabetes and other non-communicable diseases.
3. To involve persons living with diabetes and other non-communicable diseases in prevention and management of the conditions.
4. To engage in programs that reduce stigma towards persons living with diabetes and other non-communicable diseases.
5. To promote quality health and medical services to the local communities.
6. To engage in any other activities that promote the welfare of persons living with diabetes and other non-communicable diseases.