About
Healthcare Built With Communities, Not For Them
A legally registered NGO headquartered in Kampala, delivering accessible, compassionate healthcare to refugees and vulnerable communities across Uganda.
About
Who We Are, Why We Exist
Refugee Healthcare Providers (RHCP) is a legally registered, non-governmental organization headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, dedicated to accessible, compassionate and comprehensive healthcare for refugees and vulnerable communities across Uganda.
Our multi-disciplinary team works hand in hand with partners to bridge critical healthcare gaps, champion health equity, and foster resilience, hope and empowerment among those we serve.
Registered with the NGO Bureau as a non-profit, our approach is rooted in local leadership, partnership and sustainable solutions responsive to the changing needs of refugees and vulnerable Ugandans.
Mission
Our Mission
To serve as a beacon of hope and support for refugees by delivering compassionate healthcare, fostering empowerment and advocating for their rights.
Our Vision
To create a world where every refugee has access to comprehensive healthcare regardless of their circumstances or geographical location.
Our Story
RHCP in 45 Seconds
A short film on who we are and how we work, from mobile clinics and health-worker training to referral care and refugee advocacy.
Stats
Lives reached
15,000+
Refugee lives reached every year across Uganda’s settlements and host communities.
Health workers
500+
Ugandan health workers trained to run screening, referral and health education.
Mobile clinics
25+
Mobile clinics deployed to reach families far from a standing health facility.
Health missions
250+
Health missions completed with partners, settlement leaders and district teams.
Health posts
5
Community health posts established in Nakivale refugee settlement.
Closer care
75%
Reduction in travel time to healthcare for families in Bidi Bidi.
As a refugee struggling with trauma, I found hope thanks to RHCP’s counsellors. The peer support group helped me recover — and become a mentor for others.
Peer support group member
Values
Our Core Values
Eight values shape how we treat every patient, partner and colleague. They guide our daily work: every programme we run, partnership we build and service we provide reflects our belief in dignity, respect and human potential.
Compassion — empathy first
We approach every individual with empathy, understanding and genuine care for their wellbeing.
Integrity — ethical in all we do
We maintain the highest ethical standards in all our actions and decisions.
Equity — care for all
We ensure fair and equal access to healthcare services for all, regardless of background.
Empowerment — self-reliance
We build capacity and foster self-reliance within the communities we serve.
Advocacy — a voice for refugees
We champion the rights and needs of refugees at all levels of society.
Collaboration — stronger together
We work with communities, organisations and stakeholders to maximise impact.
Cultural sensitivity — respect for every culture
We respect and honour the diverse cultural backgrounds of the communities we serve.
Resilience — steady through change
We persist through challenges and adapt to changing circumstances while keeping our mission.
Join Us
Join Us in Our Mission
Partner, donor or volunteer — your support helps RHCP deliver compassionate care for refugees and the vulnerable.