Pioneering Women's Health Autonomy
We are a women-led organization dedicated to de-stigmatizing reproductive healthcare and putting the power of choice directly into women's hands.
Our History
From Observation to Revolution
The Pearl Mother Child Health Foundation (PMCHF) began in 2018 with a simple observation: women in rural Uganda often traveled miles and waited hours for routine reproductive health services, only to face stigma and a lack of privacy.
"It wasn't just about convenience; it was about dignity, privacy, and autonomy."
— Dr. Elizabeth Okello, Founder
Starting with a pilot program in Gulu utilizing community health workers, we have since expanded to 12 districts, training over 1,500 health workers and reaching thousands of women who previously had unmet family planning needs.
Our Core Objectives
Guided by our Governance Charter, these five pillars shape every programme, partnership, and intervention we undertake.
01
Translational Research
Conduct translational and operational research in reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH) to generate evidence that drives real-world change.
02
Community-Based Interventions
Develop and implement community-based health interventions targeting underserved and hard-to-reach populations across Uganda.
03
Health Technologies
Leverage innovative health technologies to improve equitable access to RMNCH services, including self-administered contraceptives.
04
Workforce Development
Build a skilled, motivated, and compassionate health workforce through training of midwives, community health workers, and Private Care Providers.
05
Evidence-Based Advocacy
Engage in evidence-based advocacy to influence RMNCH policy, increase government investment, and embed equitable healthcare in national frameworks.
Our Principles
Our Core Values
These principles guide every decision we make and every partnership we build.
Dignity First
We believe every woman deserves respectful, non-judgmental care, regardless of her background or location.
Evidence-Based
Our training methodologies and advocacy are grounded in rigorous scientific research and data collection.
Community-Led
We don't just drop in; we build capacity within local systems, training Village Health Teams to lead.
Join Our Movement
Whether you are a health professional, a donor, or an advocate, there is a place for you at PMCHF. Help us scale our impact.