Welfare Society for Solar Development

The Welfare Society for Disabled People (WSD) continues to spread solar cooking throughout Uganda. The society has 10 solar cooking trainers, who teach using a variety of cookers. The WSD has been identifying and mobilizing members who are interesting in solar cooking. Over 170 groups have been organized and are ready to use solar cookers. In 2002, the WSD warmly received visitor Eric Glumstrom -- a student from Colorado, USA -- who was initiating a solar cooking project in Kiryandongo and Kyangwali refugee camps. Camp leaders indicated a willingness to distribute solar cookers to camp residents and assist with the project. The WSD is grateful to Mr. Glumstrom for funds and equipment he provided them. The WSD is currently exploring a partnership with Sun Ovens International, which has expressed an interest in helping spread solar cooking in Uganda. To help further their work, the WSD is in need of vehicle support, additional training and communication equipment.

Contact

Amos Byakagaba
The Welfare Society for Disabled People
P.O. Box 403
Hoima
Uganda

Tel: (256) 77-891381

amosbya@yahoo.com