Document Type
Guide/Toolkit
Publication Date
2025
Abstract
Para social workers have become an integral part of Uganda’s social support system. Operating at the grassroots level, often in remote and underserved communities, these individuals provide critical services to vulnerable children, youth, families, and communities in need of support. In the face of limited professional human resources in the social welfare sector, Para Social Workers fill a vital gap, extending the reach of formal systems and ensuring that no one is left behind. This revised edition of the manual reflects the evolving nature of community and social work practice in Uganda. It incorporates new practical tools, and evidence-based approaches to empower Para Social Workers with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver quality services at the grassroots level. It integrates the Baobab project's sexual violence screening intervention and promotes inclusive practices that recognize the diverse needs of children and youth, including those living with disabilities, those in conflict with the law, and those affected by poverty or displacement.
Recommended Citation
"National Training Manual for Para Social Workers." Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development, Republic of Uganda, 2025.
Language
English
Project
Baobab: Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in Refugee Settings