About us
Who we are
Matayo Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to empowering individuals with albinism and other marginalized communities. Our mission is to create sustainable opportunities that foster self-reliance, dignity, and inclusion
Matayo Foundation is a one-year-old charitable organization committed to empowering individuals with albinism and other marginalized groups. Our goal is to create a society where everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has the opportunity to thrive through skill development and self-reliance.
We specialize in providing comprehensive training programs, including:
- Computer literacy to open doors to digital opportunities.
- Salon skills to promote entrepreneurship and sustainable income.
- Tailoring to support creative self-expression and business ventures.
- Language training to bridge communication barriers and foster inclusion.
At Matayo Foundation, we believe in the potential of every individual to contribute meaningfully to their community. By addressing social stigma and empowering participants with practical skills, we aim to transform lives and inspire change.
Our approach
Our Mission
To Empower the Overlooked, Dismissed And Cast Aside With Computer,Income Generating Skills, Assuring Them With A Sustainable Life.
We focus on transforming the lives of individuals with albinism and other marginalized communities, addressing the systemic challenges they face, including social stigma, unemployment, and lack of opportunities.
Our Vision
To Liberate The Overlooked, Dismissed And Cast Aside From Unemployment And Poverty.
Our ultimate goal is a society free from the chains of unemployment and poverty, where everyone especially the overlooked and dismissed can thrive and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Our Partners
Our numbers that speak
Matayo Foundation is proud to support and empower over 40,000 individuals with albinism across Uganda. This significant number reflects our commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by this community, including unemployment, poverty, and social exclusion.