Q-Sourcing Servtec Uganda has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Uganda School for the Deaf (USD) as part of its corporate social responsibility commitment to supporting inclusive education and expanding access to learning opportunities for disadvantaged learners.
The partnership marks an important step in strengthening support for learners with hearing impairment, particularly those facing financial barriers that affect their ability to remain in school and complete their studies.
About Uganda School for the Deaf
Founded in 1959 by the Uganda Society for the Deaf at Namirembe Hill, the Uganda School for the Deaf is one of the country’s key institutions dedicated to educating deaf learners. The school’s current campus in Ntinda was commissioned in 1972 and officially opened in 1987. Today, the school supports approximately 196 learners.
Addressing Barriers to Education
During the visit, the school highlighted several challenges affecting learners and the wider school community. One of the major concerns is the inability of some learners to stay in school due to difficulties in raising school dues. The school also faces infrastructure-related challenges, with some buildings and facilities requiring improvement.
Q-Sourcing Servtec Uganda’s Support
Through the partnership, Q-Sourcing Servtec Uganda will support selected learners who are disadvantaged in accessing education. The initiative reflects the company’s broader CSR goal of contributing to inclusive, sustainable, and community-centered development.
As part of the engagement, the visiting team also participated in a tree-planting activity following a tour of the school. Both institutions expressed a shared commitment to continue exploring additional areas of partnership and support for the school.
School Leadership Welcomes the Partnership
The Headmistress of Uganda School for the Deaf, Agondeze Doreen, expressed sincere appreciation to Q-Sourcing Servtec Uganda for choosing the school as a partner and for extending support to its learners.
Mr. Bampaigga Emmanuel Kiberu, the Chairperson of the School Management Committee and Secretary for the Deaf under the school’s foundation body, briefed the visiting delegation on the school’s history and commended Q-Sourcing Servtec Uganda for its contribution.
The Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Q-Sourcing Servtec Uganda, Keith Kalyegira thanked the school management for its dedication and sacrifice in caring for and educating the learners. The Chairperson also reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting initiatives that promote access, inclusion, and opportunity.