COU-TEDDO : Church of Uganda - Teso Dioceses Development Organisation.
Improving the lives of children families, and communities and restoring and protecting our planet.
Our Mission
To excel in providing holistic and sustainable community development services based on Christian values in Teso and neighboring communities.
Our Vision
A leading Christian development organization in community transformation.
Our Identity & Background
Serving Teso Region Since 1968
Church of Uganda - Teso Dioceses Development Organisation (TEDDO) is a faith-based development agency established by the Church of Uganda. It has operated as the community development arm of Church of Uganda in Teso region, Eastern Uganda since 1968.
Over the years, TEDDO has grown from being just the development office of the Diocese of Soroti and Kumi, to now a faith-based development organization providing holistic, community-centred development interventions in Teso and neighbouring regions.
Guided by Christian principles of love, justice, stewardship, and service to humanity, TEDDO delivers practical initiatives that empower individuals, strengthen groups, conserve the environment, and build resilient communities.
Our Strategic Focus Areas
TEDDO's programs focus on addressing both immediate needs and long-term development priorities. Our core thematic areas include:
Climate Change Adaptation and Agroecology
We aim to increase adoption of climate-smart agricultural/agroecological technologies and practices.
Environment and natural resource management
TEDDO focuses on strengthening local capacity for sustainable environment and natural resource management
Promotion of Nutrition among children and women of child-bearing age
The focus is on improvement of Household Nutrition and Dietary Diversity
Advocacy for equitable public service delivery
TEDDO will work with communities to ensure that local governance institutions demonstrate improved accountability, transparency, and responsiveness.
Gender and social justice
Our focus is on making sure that Gender-responsive and socially inclusive norms, policies, and practices are strengthened.
Join Our Mission
A Call to Partnership
As we continue this journey of service, TEDDO extends a warm invitation to friends, churches, and development partners across the world to join us. Together, we can build communities of faith and hope, empower the poor, and nurture peace and sustainability for generations to come.
Because when faith inspires action, true transformation becomes possible.
Why Partner With TEDDO?
- Proven track record of community transformation since 2010
- Faith-based approach with tangible development outcomes
- Transparent reporting and accountability systems
- Multi-sectoral expertise across 6 strategic focus areas
Meet Our Team
Our Impact in Teso Sub-Region
Over the years, TEDDO has reached thousands of households across Teso sub-region with life-changing interventions. Through our different programs, we have achieved measurable impact across multiple sectors.
Geographic Coverage
Our work currently covers the following districts in Teso sub-region:
Our Reach
"TEDDO's holistic approach has transformed our community. We now have sustainable livelihoods and our children are thriving."