Equal rights for people living with arthritis.
A society where people living with arthritis enjoy equal rights.
Advocating for the rights and wellbeing of people living with arthritis
Together for better arthritis care.
We bring people together to build awareness, improve access to care and support people living with arthritis across Uganda.
Community. Care. Confidence.
Who we are
People living with arthritis deserve support, knowledge and hope.
The Arthritis Association of Uganda (TAAU) is a patient-focused organisation supporting people living with arthritis.
We work to improve quality of life through information, education, member empowerment and community support. We connect members, caregivers, health professionals, partners and communities around the needs of people affected by arthritis.
About TAAUOur purpose
Remove barriers. Support full participation.
Remove barriers that prevent people living with arthritis from enjoying their full rights.
Improve health standards
Improve the health standards of people living with arthritis in Uganda.
Our focus
How we make a difference
Practical support, stronger communities
Arthritis affects physical health, emotional wellbeing, family life, education, work and social participation. TAAU brings people together to respond to these needs.
Patient education
Clear information about arthritis, treatment, self-management and when to seek care.
Member empowerment
Support members to participate in family, community and organisational activities.
Caregiver engagement
Help families and caregivers understand arthritis and support care.
Livelihoods
Promote skills and livelihood initiatives that strengthen members’ independence.
Partnerships
Work with health facilities, professionals, sponsors and development partners.
Advocacy
Promote members’ rights and improve access to quality arthritis care.
Our community reach
Connected across eight districts
District and cluster structures bring information, participation and support closer to members.
KamuliBukedeaIsingiroMasakaKamwengeMasindiLiraWakiso
Find our district networks on the map
Numbered pins mark the named TAAU districts. Match each pin to the district key.
- 1Kamuli
- 2Bukedea
- 3Isingiro
- 4Masaka
- 5Kamwenge
- 6Masindi
- 7Lira
- 8Wakiso
Base map: Uganda districts and capitals, Wikimedia Commons, by Musitafa Kalyowa, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Numbered TAAU district markers have been added.
Headquarters: Apollo Nsibambi Road, Namirembe, Kampala.
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