This was our first real day in Uganda (post the traumatic flight!) and we spent the morning at KHC. After all the preparation, it was great to finally see how KHC functions and the great work carried out by everyone that works here.
We met with founder Dr Sam and Operations Director Chris and they gave us a tour of the facilities – it is astonishing to see what a breadth of work can be carried out in such a small space – medical attention, counselling, training, retail and childcare to name but a few of the activities we saw within an hour of arriving. There is a real sense of professionalism about the KHC staff – they look smart, they think smart and they are very focused on their work.
In the afternoon we went out in to the community to see some of business projects KHC have supported, including a necklace beader, market stall vendor and pig breeder. These projects are all run by clients of KHC – that is people receiving medical care from KHC (living with HIV / AIDS / TB / cancer). It is inspirational to see their drive, positive outlook and genuine courtesy to us visitors. One gentleman beader we visited was making beautiful necklaces in his living room – surrounded by his 10 children, the majority of whom were also HIV +. The support from KHC to set himself up as a beader means he can be at home, looking after his wife and children and still be generating an income.
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