Uganda Refugee and Disaster Management Council
Protecting Lives. Promoting Dignity. Building Resilience.
URDMC is among the very few organisations that specialize in, recognize, and complement the role of Government in its pursuance to Protection of the refugee community and internally displaced persons.
Vision: To be the leading organization in the protection of refugee rights and people affected by conflicts and disasters.
Mission: To promote and protect the rights of displaced individuals regardless of race, religion, nationality, or political affiliation.
Objective: A peaceful, gender- and climate-just society through human rights, peaceful coexistence, food security, education, climate justice, and economic development.
LIFESPAN (Life Saving Protection Assistance for Refugees Needs in Uganda) project funded by the Uganda Humanitarian Fund
STEPS Project | Emergency Protection – Lamwo, Kiryandongo LEAP II | Women’s Economic Empowerment
NFI Distribution & Centre Management | Kiryandongo, Adjumani,
Lamwo Planetary Health Research | Bidibidi
Over the past six months in Kiryandongo settlement, the project provided cash for protection assistance and psychosocial support to refugee children and host communities. Designed to strengthen protection and resilience, LIFESPAN prioritized addressing the immediate needs of children at risk while promoting accountability, inclusion, and sustainable impact.
We are proud of the incredible progress made so far in ensuring that the needs of children at risk in clusters B, C, D, and E are met. To date, 859 children at risk have been supported across clusters B, C, D, and E of Kiryandongos settlement, and 2,400 children have been reached through the TeamUp methodology to address their psychosocial needs.
Our Services
Emergency Relief
URDMC has a proven track record in frontline humanitarian action, supporting refugee and internally displaced populations at key points of entry and settlement. Capabilities: Management of Reception, Transit, and Collection Centres: Operating frontline infrastructure to register, receive, and refer newly arrived refugees, in collaboration with UNHCR, OPM, and local authorities. Hot Meal Provisioning: Coordination and delivery of lifesaving hot meals at border and reception sites, ensuring minimum nutritional standards during initial arrival. Rapid Protection Assessments and Referrals: Conducting triage and vulnerability screenings for at-risk individuals, including unaccompanied minors, women at risk, and persons with disabilities. Results: Successfully managed multi-agency reception operations in Ocea, Imvepi, and Kiryandongo. Reached over 25,000 individuals with emergency food and protection support during key displacement periods.
Protection Services
URDMC has over 7 years in offering protection services with a set of dedicated staff with required expertise in the field of Child protection (CP), Gender Based Violence (GBV), Community Based Protection (CBP), Mental Health and Psychosocial support services (MHPSS). URDMC specializes in community-based protection with technical expertise in GBV, Child Protection, and MHPSS, supporting the most vulnerable within refugee settlements and host communities. Areas of Expertise: Child Protection (CP): Case management, alternative care arrangements, and life skills programming for separated and unaccompanied children. Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention and Response: Survivor-centered support including safe spaces, referral pathways, and awareness campaigns. Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS): Community-based models offering group counseling, trauma healing, and psychosocial first aid. Community-Based Protection (CBP): Mobilizing refugee leadership, community watch groups, and participatory protection planning. Results: Delivered protection services across 6 refugee settlements reaching 80,000+ individuals. Over 300 GBV survivors supported with case management and referral to specialized services.
Livelihoods & Resilience
Through our Livelihoods & Resilience service, we provide resources and tools to help people develop skills, access financial services, and create opportunities for income generation.URDMC adopts a multisectoral approach to enhance food security, income generation, and economic resilience among refugees and host communities. Key Interventions: On-Farm: Agricultural production, climate-smart agronomy, and access to inputs. Off-Farm: Skills training, business development services, and access to microfinance (VSLA, IGAs). Non-Farm: Vocational and technical skills development tailored to market demand (e.g., tailoring, welding, carpentry). Youth Skilling & Self-Reliance: Programs tailored to youth in displacement settings, combining skills, mentorship, and seed capital. Results: Supported over 2,000 youth and women in West Nile and Acholi sub-regions with income-generating opportunities. Strengthened 60+ VSLA groups, enabling financial inclusion and economic agency.
Environment & Energy
URDMC integrates environmental sustainability into its humanitarian response, recognizing the environmental stress that displacement places on host communities. Programmatic Areas: Afforestation and Reforestation: Tree planting campaigns in and around refugee settlements and degraded host community areas. Clean Energy Solutions: Promotion of energy-saving stoves at household and institutional levels to reduce deforestation. Environmental Education: Community-led awareness and youth mobilization on climate adaptation and natural resource management. Results: Planted over 30,000 trees across three districts as part of a reforestation initiative. Distributed over 2,500 fuel-efficient stoves to vulnerable households.
OXFAM DANIDA SP2 Project
LWF Twinning Fund
UN WOMEN
UNHCR
ECHO- STEPS PROJECT
War Child Alliance
University of Toronto (VIIV)
Uganda Humanitarian Fund
Our Team
Okello Jimmy Lukone
Executive Director
Okello Jimmy Lukone holds the esteemed position of Executive Director, where he oversees the organization's operations and strategic direction. With his visionary leadership, Jimmy ensures that all initiatives align with the company's mission and values, driving growth and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Susan Atai Flavia
Human Resource Manager
Susan Atia Flavia is the Human Resource Manager responsible for overseeing the recruitment, training, and development of our staff. With her extensive knowledge in HR best practices, Susan ensures our workplace remains compliant and fosters a positive and productive environment.
Kennedy Orach
Project Coordinator
As a Project Coordinator, Kennedy Orach plays a pivotal role in coordinating tasks and resources. Kennedy's strong communication abilities and proactive approach help in mitigating risks and resolving issues promptly, ensuring the success of each project.
Simon Odong
Field Coordinator
Simon serves as the Field Coordinator for our team. With a keen eye for detail and exceptional organizational skills, Simon ensures that all field operations run smoothly and efficiently.
The targeted refugee settlements, reception centres, transit centres and collection points include: Palabek, Lokung, Nyumanzi, Goboro, Kerwa, Kuluba, Imvepi, Omugo Rhino Camp extension, Ocea, Kiryandongo, and Kyaka II.
Head Office: Gulu City
Contact
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Contact Us Executive Director: Okello Jimmy Lukone 📧 okellolukone@yahoo.com 📧 ugandanrefugeecouncil@gmail.com 📞 (+256) 777 204199 🌐 www.urdmc.org 📍 Head Office: Lacor Road, Kanyagoga (C) Sub Ward Bardege'Layibi Division. Gulu City 📍 PO Box 224
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