Capacity Building
Training is essential for the exploration and development of solutions to the multitude of problems marginalized communities are facing on a day-to-day basis. With funds from the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Kampala, BUF has constructed its own Vocational Training Center which facilitates officially recognized courses to enhance the capacities of disadvantaged community members. As the “Bulhalho Foundation Vocational Institute” (BUFVI), we offer skills trainings in trades like carpentry, shoe making, dress making and fashion design, hairdressing and catering as well as in basic financial knowledge. Good agricultural practices are taught in training groups, too. Furthermore, we want to raise awareness for the vast potential of tourism in our region.
One area of special expertise, which we pass on in our workshops, is bee-keeping. This contributes equally to food provision and income generation and has, on top of this, a very positive effect on the environment. Again, our special target groups are women and youth who need support with developing their talents to a full potential.