About UDESO
About Us
Usevya Development Society (UDESO) is a grassroots, non-profit and non-governmental organisation based in Usevya, Katavi. Officially registered on 23 September 2005 under the NGO Act No. 24 of 2002, UDESO works across social, economic and environmental development issues. Its approach is community-centred, focusing on empowering communities and building partnerships to promote sustainable development.
What We Do
UDESO works with communities, government institutions, civil society organisations and development partners to address social, economic and environmental challenges affecting rural communities. Our work focuses on strengthening livelihoods and reducing poverty, improving health, water and sanitation, supporting education and youth empowerment, promoting human rights and good governance, protecting the environment, and strengthening community capacity. Through community participation, skills development, advocacy and partnerships, we support people to identify local priorities, develop practical solutions and build the knowledge, skills and resilience needed to improve their wellbeing and sustain positive change.
Mission and Vision
Our Mission
Usevya Development Society’s mission is to facilitate community development through exploration of resources within the society.
Our Vision
Usevya Development Society’s vision is to become an excellent center for community development.
Core Value
Integrity
Honouring commitments, acting honestly, and taking responsibility for decisions, actions, and their outcomes.
Excellence
Pursuing quality through practical and sustainable solutions that address community needs and create impact.
Respect
Valuing the dignity, diversity, knowledge, perspectives, and voices of every individual and community engaged with..
Effectiveness and Efficiency
Using resources responsibly and applying approaches that deliver meaningful, lasting results for the communities.
Transparency
Maintaining openness and clarity in resource use, activities, and engagement with communities and partners.
Accountability
Taking responsibility for actions, use of resources, and results in advancing the organisation’s mission and vision.
Our Impact
Through community-led approaches and locally driven solutions, UDESO works to create meaningful and lasting change across Katavi Region. From supporting vulnerable communities and strengthening livelihoods to improving access to essential services and promoting environmental conservation, our work focuses on practical solutions that respond to local needs. The figures below highlight the reach and contribution of these efforts.
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