Education for Empowerment

Funding goals

1. Stage 1:

   1.000 CHF

   0% funded

   1st semester

2. Stage 2:

   2.000 CHF

   0% funded

   2nd semester

3. Stage 3:

   3.000 CHF

   0% funded

   3rd semester

4. Stage 4:

   4.000 CHF

   0% funded

   4th semester

5. Stage 5:

   5.000 CHF

   0% funded

   5th semester

6. Finish Stage:

   6.500 CHF

   0% funded

   A full six-semester study.
   
   The total education costs are CHF 6,500 (including tuition and examination fees for six semesters, learning materials and accommodation).

Our Project

Since 2007, UECD has enabled 33 students to attend university who would not otherwise have been able to do so. These students are now working as doctors, teachers, lawyers and in many other professions, using the skills they acquired to have a positive impact on the Ugandan community.

Now it's time to give the next young Ugandan this opportunity. Help us to change someone's life by enabling them to study, and help the next generation of Ugandans to build a brighter future.

We are aiming to raise CHF 6,500 to fund a three-year bachelor's degree for one student. The scholarship will cover the following average costs per student for the entire program:

• Tuition and exam fees: CHF 3,250
• Study materials: CHF 1,300
• Housing costs*, healthcare and other emergencies: CHF 1,450
• PC: CHF 500

*Note: Students who can live with relatives will not receive funds for housing.

We partner with two prestigious universities in Uganda, Makerere University and Kampala International University, which are known for their high-quality education and attract students from all over the world.

Thank you for your support!

Our Impact

At UECD, we believe that education is key to breaking the cycle of poverty. We support motivated young Ugandans who lack the financial means to continue their education, enabling them to complete higher education and build independent, long-term careers.

The impact extends well beyond one student. Graduates support their families, become role models in their communities, and help create lasting social and economic change. Through careful student selection, local oversight, and transparent use of funds, UECD ensures that every contribution has a real, measurable impact.

One education. One opportunity. A future changed for many.

Tax Deductibility

UECD is a Swiss-registered, tax-exempt non-profit organisation recognised by the Swiss authorities. Donations to UECD are tax-deductible in Switzerland, in accordance with cantonal and federal regulations.

For every donation of CHF 40 or more, we will provide you with an official donation confirmation. After the campaign ends, this confirmation will be sent to you by email and can be used for your tax declaration.

Who we are:

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Ugandan Empowerment & Career Development (UECD)

Zürich, CH

Ugandan Empowerment & Career Development (UECD) is a non-profit organisation that supports disadvantaged young Ugandans, particularly women and young people from rural areas, in completing their tertiary education and starting their careers. Founded in 2007, UECD operates in Uganda and Switzerland and provides scholarships to students in Uganda who would otherwise be unable to study. By empowering students to build independent livelihoods, UECD creates a lasting positive impact on families and communities across generations. After graduating, alumni stay closely connected to UECD, supporting new students through mentoring and leading local initiatives.

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Tobias Schmid

Dübendorf, CH

Board Member of UECD

Hi, I'm Tobi. Like all UECD members, I work for our organisation on a voluntary basis and am passionately committed to creating positive change for young Ugandans. I have been on the UECD board for a year, enjoying working with both the Swiss and Ugandan teams. Together, we are excited to continue helping young Ugandans transform their lives through education and giving them the opportunity to have a positive impact on the Ugandan community.

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