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Bella Smiles for DD team members working with community families to raise awareness about developmental disabilities in Uganda.

Awareness Creation

Your support helps Bella Smiles for DD raise awareness, reduce stigma, and create communities where children with developmental disabilities can thrive.

Bella Smiles for DD promotes awareness and understanding of developmental disabilities through community outreach and advocacy, helping reduce stigma and build inclusive communities where every child is valued and supported.

We work to promote acceptance of children with developmental disabilities, reduce stigma in Ugandan communities, and increase awareness about diagnosis and treatment—helping families access the knowledge, support, and opportunities they deserve.

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Internship and Volunteer Program

We offer hands-on training opportunities for interns and volunteers interested in ABA, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy while supporting programs that serve children with developmental disabilities.

intern participating in hands-on training with one of our daughters
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Evidence-Based Program

We provide evidence-based services for children with developmental disabilities, including early screening and diagnosis, speech therapy, occupational therapy, specialized education, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). These services help ensure children receive the right support early and gain access to the healthcare and developmental services they need to thrive.

Evidence-based therapies and guided learning help children with developmental disabilities build communication, learning, and life skills.
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Assistive Technology

We provide assistive technology to children who need additional support with daily living activities, helping them gain greater independence and live fuller, more empowered lives.

To assist where necessary with assistive technology items to our children who need more assistance in completing their daily living activities in order to provide them with more independence and live a more transformed life.
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Menstrual Hygiene and Dignity

Many girls with developmental disabilities face additional challenges during menstruation. Bella Smiles for DD provides education, guidance, and hygiene supplies to ensure every girl can manage her menstrual health safely, confidently, and with dignity.

Bella Smiles for DD providing menstrual hygiene education and supplies to a girl with developmental disabilities during the January 31 workshop.
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Empowerment Of Families 

Our holistic programs create sustainable income opportunities for families through initiatives like organic diapers, parent-sewn products, herbal oils, and community thrift stores.

Parent-to-parent mentoring strengthens families with knowledge, confidence, and community support.

Bella Smiles for DD Uganda donating house hold materials to mother of child with dd
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Volunteer With Us

Bella Smiles for DD is looking for volunteers with skills in fundraising, photography, digital design, and community support. If you are a social worker, caregiver, student, or someone who wants to help families of children with developmental disabilities, we welcome you to join our team. Together, we can create lasting change for children and families.

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