Balamu Community Outreach Program

Balamu Community Outreach Program (BACOP) is a non-profit organization that uses soccer as a development tool to address social, economic, health, and environmental community challenges in Uganda.

Community Outreach

BACOP supports the community in many ways, including working directly in local communities.

Football for Development

Football is a grassroots sport in Uganda, bringing together internally displaced persons and refugees.

Opportunity for Nurses

In cooperation with Nakifuma Health Centre III, we provide an internship program to nursing interns


volunteering for the community


BACOP was founded in 2012 by youths who were actively involved in playing football and other sporting activities. They found it necessary to form and register a community-led membership organization to unite refugees and their host communities.

Our Vision

We empower communities for self-reliance through sport.

Our Mission

We enrich community livelihoods through knowledge and skills empowerment.

BACOP and Sports

girl child

Over 3,000 children empowered

in Uganda

Soccer

Girls’ up for Football Tournament

This football tournament is aimed at increasing girl’s participation, confidence building, and menstrual hygiene management. This tournament is play once a month among 200 girls aged 10- 15 years within the Mehta camps

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hours of weekly workouts

The Mehta Camps Primary Schools League is a year-round initiative engaging boys and girls aged 5 to 15 from 12 primary schools. With 1,200 participants, the league takes place weekly, providing not only an opportunity for sports but also a platform to run campaigns on drug and substance abuse prevention as well as mental health awareness.

“What an incredible experience with the ultimate hosts! Not one bad thing to say, memories ill never forget”

Jasmine – UK

“ Thank you for providing your services to the people of Uganda and allowing volunteers from around the world to help. Wonderful experience.”

Candace – Canada

“I had an incredible 10 weeks at Balamu. Moses and his staff welcomed me with open arms. I will see you again (Tulabaggane)!”

Abby – USA


volunteering for the community


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  • Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse.

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    The Balamu Community Outreach Program (BACOP) is deeply committed to preventing child sexual abuse in Uganda and Mehta Camp. Through a comprehensive approach, BACOP works to safeguard children, educate communities, and promote protective environments where children can grow and thrive without fear of exploitation or harm. Below are the key ways in which BACOP actively…

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