The Healthy Vine I - AMP+Programme

The Healthy Vine Trust is a small scale NGO dedicated to combating malaria and improving the general wellbeing of rural communities in African countries. It is currently operating a programme in Sekamuli Parish which is in Luweero District in central Uganda. Malaria, HIV/Aids, education opportunities and now climate change are major contributors to the inhibition of health, education and economic development.

The Healthy Vine Trust I-AMP+ Programme adopts an holistic approach to primarily reduce malaria and provide clean water and sanitation. Secondarily, it aims to assist in the control of many of the other preventable diseases commonly associated with living at subsistence level. Together with the community it defines their needs, plans and coordinates. The Healthy Vine sets the standards, and arranges for the supply of materials not locally available. The key to the long term sustainability is the community's understanding of the programme.

Malaria is a major killer accounting for more deaths than HIV / AIDS. Pregnant women and children up to 5 years old are particularly vulnerable. Children who survive may suffer various degrees of brain damage. Those escaping long term harm miss regular periods from school or work during bouts of the illness.

The I-AMP+ programme's emphasis is on prevention rather than cure. It implements public health measures using medicine as a back up. This method is durable, affordable and achievable for the community.

The Healthy Vine's policy is for community development through participation leading to ownership. It also brings together the necessary expertise, utilising local skills and involving specialist parties.

The Healthy Vine Trust depends on the generosity of its donors. All contributions made are invested directly into the programme. If you wish to donate, please go to “contact us”