Our Mission & Approach
URDT's goal is to facilitate self-generated development
in rural communities. We do this by combining development
projects with education and training
so that skills and knowledge remain resident with people as they organically
change the quality of their lives.
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2007 Annual Report
In 2007, URDT completed one strategic phase and developed a strategic
plan for the next phase. We have continued to offer training and education
services to the people of Kibaale and Uganda at large.
Download our 2007 Annual Report (PDF format)
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Highlights (2003-2008)
Read about our programme accomplishments in the fields of Entrepreneurship,
Girls' School & Two-Generation Education, KKCR Radio and Rural Education,
Community Education, Infrastructure Building and Promoting Peace, and the
awards we have received.
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About Us
URDT promotes "integrated" rural development, teaching people to address the interconnectedness of health, education, financial self-sufficiency, civic participation and human/gender rights within their lives. URDT's entrepreneurial, integrated development approach results in much more sustainable development, both within individuals and throughout the region.
Our Facilities
URDT is situated on an 80-acre campus in the town of Kagadi. Across the campus there is a hum of many activities and programmes taking place: A residential Girls' School is training 240 girls to be leaders in their homes and communities. A community radio station is reaching out to 4 million people with educational programmes on health, human rights, land rights and other topics of local interest. A large Demonstration Farm is teaching students and community members sustainable agricultural techniques. The Land Rights and Human Rights offices are busy counseling a steady stream of people seeking information. The URDT Vocational Institute is training local youth in leadership, business and vocational skills. The Institute has spawned scores of thriving enterprises in the Kibaale district, including woodworking, metalworking and mechanics shops, maize milling, fish farming, beekeeping, solar energy, biogas, and computer and business services.
News from URDT
You can always find the latest information about our programmes and updates from the Uganda Rural Development and Training Programme on our News Blog.