We stand with women and girls affected by endometriosis in Uganda — advancing awareness, advocating for better care, strengthening rehabilitation initiatives, and building knowledge through research.
Established in 2021, Endometriosis Care Centre Uganda is a Ugandan non-government organisation focused on supporting women and girls affected by endometriosis.
From Kampala, ECCU works to raise awareness, advocate for recognition and social inclusion, strengthen rehabilitation approaches, and build knowledge through research and documentation.
To provide quality and timely rehabilitation and psychosocial services to women and girls living with endometriosis.
ECCU's programmes bring together advocacy, integrated rehabilitation priorities, and research to improve understanding and support for people affected by endometriosis.
Explore All ProgrammesRaising awareness about endometriosis, promoting social inclusion, and advocating for policies, research and education that address the needs of affected women and girls.
Explore ProgrammePromoting a holistic approach to rehabilitation that considers medical care, mental health, emotional wellbeing, and social support for women and girls affected by endometriosis.
Explore ProgrammeBuilding knowledge about endometriosis, documenting the challenges experienced by affected women and girls, and supporting evidence-informed action and rehabilitation.
Explore ProgrammeEndometriosis can affect physical health, psychological wellbeing, relationships and participation in daily life.
ECCU's rehabilitation framework recognises these interconnected challenges through three complementary areas of focus.
Discover Our Rehabilitation ApproachPromoting access to appropriate screening, assessment and treatment through multidisciplinary healthcare approaches.
Recognising psychological distress and the value of professional mental health support, counselling and psychoeducation.
Encouraging social inclusion, empowerment, capacity building and opportunities for greater independence and self-reliance.
Understanding the condition, recognising concerns and knowing what to discuss with a healthcare professional can help you take the next step.
Explore Our Learning ResourcesLearn about symptoms and concerns associated with endometriosis.
Understand the process of assessment and diagnosis.
Explore information on treatment, management and care options.
Recognise the emotional impact of endometriosis and the value of support.
At Soroti Senior Secondary School, ECCU brought students and health expertise together to discuss endometriosis and the psychosocial challenges women and girls face.
ECCU CEO Juliet Anango and Dr. Brian Kiwumulo from Soroti Regional Referral Hospital led the activity. The session included awareness, listening to students' experiences, and medical counselling.
An Etop Radio talk show brought the endometriosis conversation to communities across the Teso sub-region, with Juliet Anango and Dr. Brian Kiwumulo.
Explore ECCU UpdatesOur founder's experience of living with endometriosis inspired ECCU's commitment to helping other women and girls find understanding and support.
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