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ABOUT QUAM
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QuAM Council elected 2022 - 2025
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NAME
POSITION
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Hellen Grace Akwii
chairperson
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Janet Opio
Vice chairperson
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The NGO Quality Assurance Mechanism (QuAM) is a self assessment initiative developed by NGOs and for NGOs. It aims to enhance the credibility and effectiveness of NGOs and contribute to the overall improvement in the public legitimacy of the sector.
Beyond the NGO sector QuAM aims at promoting go ....
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Achievements so far met
Official Launch at the 2nd Uganda Social Forum in September 2006
QuAM infrastructure in place;
A fully established and functioning National Council
Fully functioning secretariat; hosted by DENIVA
QuAM Committees in 23 districts QuAM Strategic Plan in place
Recog ....
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ABOUT US
The NGO Quality certification Assurance Mechanism (QuAM) has been developed for and by non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working in Uganda. It is the result of a participatory process with wide consultations throughout the sector at national and regional levels through meetings, newspaper inserts and electronic means. The QuAM was formally approved at a meeting attended by a cross-section of NGOs in Kampala on 20September 2006.
"NGO Quality Assurance aims at promoting the adherence by Civil Society Organisations to generally acceptable ethical standards and operational norms."
It sets principles and standards of behaviour for responsible practice, to protect the credibility and integrity of certified NGOs and their networks in Uganda.
The QuAM has been specifically developed for what is known in our country as ‘NGOs' .... More>>
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As of 30th December 2016, the QuAM certification process continues to demonstrate its commitment to enhancing the quality and accountability of NGOs. During this period, a total of 154 NGOs successfully underwent certification, a significant milestone that highlights the growing dedication of organi .... |
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Certification Process1. The candidate NGO applies for a Certificate: an application form is obtained from the District Committee. This includes an annex: the QuAM assessment form.Certification Steps2. The candidate NGO pays the prescribed fee. The District Committee may at the NGO's request, issue a .... |
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Further Improving Our PerformanceWe recognise that we constantly need to improve as organisations. To do so we need to strive and become "learning organisations." The certified NGO can demonstrate that it Minimum standards Standards for improvement |
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Contact & Reach Us!
We would love to hear from you. For any information needs / inquiries about QuAM, our programmes, and /or how we can work with you towards fulfilment of our mission for a transformed, empowered and safe community, please get in touch with us on our addresses below;
Address
Plot 470 Off Makerere Road. (Opp. Law Dev. Centre)
Phone/ Mobile
+256393255074 / +256200954530
Email
info@quamuganda.org
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Featured Content
The QuAM has been specifically developed for what is known in our country as ‘NGOs' and ‘NGO networks.' A network is defined as a network of non-governmental organisations, that is registered with the NGO Board or district authorities, and that brings together other organisations and/or .... |
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The National QuAM Council headed by the chairperson Mrs Hellen Grace Akwii had their Q1 meeting of 2025 hosted by @ngoforum on Friday 14th March. The council had a deep discussion on how to make QuAM more relevant amidst the current issues facing the civil society & 9 of the QuAM asses .... |
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The NGO Quality certification Assurance Mechanism (QuAM) has been developed for and by non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working in Uganda. It is the result of a participatory process with wide consultations throughout the sector at national and regional levels through meetings, newspaper inse .... |
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