The Uganda Stop TB Partnership (USTP) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization established in 2004 to coordinate and support non-public partners engaged in tuberculosis (TB) control across Uganda.
Our Impact
Since its inception, USTP has played a pivotal role in:
- Strengthening community-based TB care through partnerships with WHO, district health authorities, and stakeholders.
- Raising awareness and mobilizing communities through annual World TB Day celebrations.
- Improving TB diagnosis and treatment in urban slums by engaging private clinics, benefiting thousands.
Advocating for robust policies and driving awareness to ensure TB remains a priority at all levels of governance and society. Read more
Assessing the TB burden in Uganda to design precise, evidence-based interventions that address local needs. Read more
Developing clear, impactful communications that educate, inform, and inspire action against TB at every level. Read more
Empowering local communities to take ownership of TB prevention efforts and create sustainable change from the ground up. Read more
Fostering strategic partnerships and collaborations to optimize resources and accelerate progress toward TB elimination. Read more
Providing comprehensive support to patients, ensuring effective treatment and a path to recovery with dignity and care. Read more
Collaboration is at the heart of the Uganda Stop TB Partnership (USTP). Through strategic alliances, we strengthen TB control efforts across Uganda, working with diverse stakeholders to improve diagnosis, treatment, and awareness.
- Government Collaboration: Partnering with the Ministry of Health and the National TB and Leprosy Program (NTLP) to align with national TB control strategies.
- Global Health Organizations: Engaging with WHO, Stop TB Partnership Global, and The Global Fund to access resources and technical support.
- Civil Society & NGOs: Working with local and international NGOs to enhance TB awareness, community outreach, and patient support programs.
- Private Sector Engagement: Collaborating with private healthcare providers and clinics to improve TB diagnosis and treatment accessibility.
- Academic & Research Institutions: Supporting research initiatives and innovations in TB prevention and treatment.
Transforming Lives, One Community at a Time
At USTP, we are dedicated to creating a lasting impact in the fight against TB. Through strategic partnerships, community mobilization, and innovative interventions, we have reached thousands of individuals, improving diagnosis, treatment, and awareness across Uganda.
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