Our Brother Muniru
A movement toward economic resilience and community-driven solutions for Sudanese refugee families seeking dignity and self-reliance.
Background and Context
It has been three years since the first wave of Sudanese asylum seekers arrived in Uganda, fleeing conflict and instability. The refugee population continues to grow, with the majority being women and children who face persistent socio-economic challenges. Many households, particularly in urban settlements, remain heavily dependent on humanitarian assistance and remittances from family members, with limited access to sustainable income-generating opportunities partly due to limited resources and social barriers related to language and cultural inclusions.
In response to some of these challenges, MUNEER CONCERN, a non-profit organization, implemented a language and integration program in the past years. This aimed at equipping refugees with essential communication skills to navigate their new environment. This progress has created a strong foundation for the next phase: transitioning from dependency toward self-reliance and economic empowerment.
Project Goal
To strengthen the economic resilience and self-reliance of Sudanese refugee households through sustainable, home-based income-generating activities.
Objectives
- Provide 100 vulnerable refugee households with sustainable livelihood opportunities
- Build practical skills in poultry farming and small business management
- Promote community-led economic development through a revolving support model
Project Description
This project will entail a micro-home-based poultry farming targeting 100 vulnerable households. Poultry farming is a practical, low-cost, and home-based livelihood option, particularly suitable for women-led households and individuals with limited mobility.
Each selected household will receive:
- 100 vaccinated starter chicks
- Materials and technical support for constructing a chicken house
- Essential poultry inputs, including feed and basic equipment
Innovation & Sustainability
A key strength of this project is its revolving "pass-on" model. After six months, each beneficiary household will transfer starter resources such as chicks and acquired knowledge to another vulnerable household.
This model will:
- Multiply the project's impact beyond the initial 100 families
- Foster community ownership, responsibility, and solidarity
- Establish a self-sustaining circular economy within the refugee community
To Ensure Sustainability and Long-Term Success
The project will also provide:
- Comprehensive training in poultry management, disease prevention, and small business skills
- Ongoing mentorship and supervision from trained field officers and instructors
- Veterinary support services to maintain the health and productivity of the poultry
Expected Outcomes
- 100 households achieve improved and diversified income sources
- Increased food security through access to eggs and poultry products
- Enhanced skills and capacity in poultry farming and entrepreneurship
- Expansion of benefits to additional households through the pass-on model
Monitoring and Accountability
The project will incorporate robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, including regular field visits, data collection, and performance tracking. Veterinary officers and field staff will provide continuous technical support to ensure high poultry survival rates and successful adoption of best practices.
Conclusion
This project represents a strategic shift from short-term humanitarian aid to long-term resilience, dignity, and self-reliance. By investing in practical livelihoods and community-driven solutions, we aim to empower Sudanese refugee families to rebuild their lives with independence and hope.
We invite partners and donors to support this impactful initiative and help create sustainable change for one of the most vulnerable communities.