As part of the World Refugee Sabbath commemorations, ADRA Uganda representatives joined worship services in several Seventh-day Adventist churches across the country to raise awareness about the situation of refugees and highlight ADRA’s ongoing work with displaced families and host communities.
During the church visits, ADRA staff shared insights into the organization’s humanitarian and development programs in refugee settlements, including interventions in livelihoods, education, environmental protection, child protection, health, and community resilience. Congregations were encouraged to stand in solidarity with refugees through prayer, advocacy, compassion, and practical support.
One of the most inspiring moments took place at Kampala Central Seventh-day Adventist Church, where Maka Joyce, a refugee from Bidibidi Refugee Settlement, and Ndayambaje Jean Pierre from Rwamwanja shared powerful personal testimonies of hope and transformation. Their stories reflected how ADRA Uganda-supported initiatives in livelihoods, skills development, and community-based programming have helped individuals and families move from vulnerability toward dignity and self-reliance.
Their testimonies provided a moving reminder that when people are given the right support and opportunities, they can rebuild their lives, strengthen their communities, and look to the future with renewed hope.
ADRA Uganda also extends sincere appreciation to Kikeka Town Seventh-day Adventist Church for its generous donation of posho, clothing, and other essential items for refugee families. The donated foodstuffs will be delivered to Kyaka Refugee Settlement through an ADRA-supported health facility, where they will be distributed to undernourished children. This generous act of kindness reflects the spirit of compassion, solidarity, and service that World Refugee Sabbath seeks to promote.
As the world observes World Refugee Day, ADRA Uganda reaffirms its commitment to walking alongside refugees and vulnerable communities. Working together with the Government of Uganda through OPM, UNHCR, partners, faith communities, and local leaders, ADRA continues to create opportunities that promote hope, dignity, resilience, and self-reliance.
ADRA represetatives presenting the organization’s work in refugee settlements.
Ndaymbaje Jean Piere a refugee from Rwamwaja, and Maka Joyce from Bidi bidi settlements shared their personal stories.