Eastern Uganda, Uganda
In Development
Overview
Country: Uganda · Region: Eastern Region, including the Mount Elgon area · Research focus: Community health facilities
Eastern Uganda, including the Mbale area and the slopes of Mount Elgon.
Proposed Field Research Questions
- How far do communities travel to reach health care, and what limits existing facilities?
- Which health facility needs do local health workers and residents identify?
- How do landslide risks affect where facilities can be built?
Potential Needs
- Possible community health facility needs.
Existing Organisations and Recovery Context
Existing NGOs and grassroots organisations: In Development.
Background from published reports:
- Landslides on the slopes of Mount Elgon have caused loss of life, including at Bududa in 2010.
Local Research
In Development. A destination research brief would cover sources and unknowns, community contacts and permissions, cultural orientation, safety and access, language, visas, insurance, costs and communication.
Cultural Considerations
- Several local languages are spoken; work through local council structures and community leaders.
- Ask before photographing people, especially at health facilities.
Anticipated Logistics
- Road travel from Entebbe or Kampala to Mbale.
- Highland roads can be affected by heavy rain.
Estimated Budget
In Development.
Travel Suitability
Good regional road access with hilly terrain; suits independent travellers.
Contacts and Permissions
In Development.
Project Earth Support
If this trip goes ahead, Project Earth would provide a destination research brief, a field brief with agreed check-ins, a remote Project Earth contact and coordination through one centrally nominated Travel Agent.
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