Who We Are

Community Health Living (COHEAL) is a Ugandan community-driven organization implementing integrated health, climate resilience, livelihood & economic empowerment, and systems-strengthening programs for underserved populations. COHEAL works directly with adolescents, youth, women, slum communities, people who use drugs, Persons affected by Sickle Cell disease and vulnerable households.

Through community-based delivery systems, local partnerships, and evidence-driven programming, COHEAL strengthens last-mile service delivery, community ownership and sustainable development outcomes.

COHEAL strengthens community resilience by addressing interconnected health, climate, and socio-economic challenges affecting adolescents, youth, women, slum communities, people who use drugs, children Living with Sickle cell and vulnerable households across Uganda.

COHEAL Team

Our Mission

To strengthen community resilience through integrated health, climate action, economic inclusion, and evidence-driven community systems.

Our Vision

A Uganda where vulnerable communities are healthy, resilient and economically empowered.

Community Health Work

Our Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do

Community Ownership

We believe in the power of communities to identify their own needs and lead their own development.

Equity and Inclusion

We approach our work with empathy and care, recognizing the dignity and worth of every individual we serve.

Sustainability

We create lasting change through programs that are environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable.

Collaboration & Partnerships

We collaborate with communities, governments, and organizations to maximize our impact.

Innovation

We embrace creative solutions and evidence-based approaches to address complex challenges.

Accountability

We operate with transparency, accountability, and the highest ethical standards.

Our Leadership

Dedicated professionals committed to making a difference

Founder and Team Lead

Mukwana Emmie Lawrence

Founder and Team Lead

Co - Founder

Zalwango Sandra

Co - founder

Operations Manager

Wamala Brian

Operations Manager

MEAL Manager

Birungi Angella

Meal Manager