Welcome to SMILE

Supporting Futures for Children in Uganda

Join us in empowering children and youth with disabilities through inclusive education.

SMILE at a Glance

Location: Soroti District, Uganda
Serving over 200+ children and youth
Non-profit organization

Silver's Memorial Inclusive Learning Centre (SMILE) provides a supportive learning environment for children and youth with disabilities in Soroti, Uganda.

Our Mission
To promote inclusive education for all children and youth in rural Uganda, regardless of their backgrounds or abilities.
Our Vision
A world where every child has equal access to education and opportunities.
Our Values
Empathy, empowerment, community, and inclusivity guide our approach.
Our Approach
Providing a safe classroom with teachers and staff who teach with expertise and care.

About Us

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Silver Oonyu: Founder of SMILE
SMILE's founder, Silver Oonyu, is himself legally blind from Smallpox he contracted early in his life. Despite this challenge, Silver excelled in his university studies and was awarded a scholarship to pursue a Master’s degree in the United States. Silver earned his Master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh, in 2012, and returned to Uganda to teach the blind, deaf, and orphaned children in his community. Today, Silver and his staff volunteer their time to serve as many children in their community as they can.