Depressed and Traumatised People of Uganda (Detrap-U)

Unverified non-profit organisation

Depressed and Traumatised People of Uganda (Detrap-U) is a new Ugandan NGO established by psychosocial/ rehabilitation professionals and victims of traumatic experiences. The organisation aims to use local solutions to alleviate mental and psychological sufferering. Detrap-U is currently involved in empirical research, and is offering support to a range of victims including family members, people suffering from alcohol and drug abuse, depression and suicidal tendencies, acid burn survivors, orphans, sex abuse victims, victims of domestic abuse , chronic illness, disability and extreme poverty. The organisation is also exploring farm work and play/sports as therapy for sufferers.

Year established

2011

Organisation annual cash turnover (in US$ equivalent)

Less than 500,000

Participant in relevant networks

International Development(DevNet)

About this organisation

Partnership types

Advocacy of global issues; Project funding; Provision of services / personnel

Regions / countries / territories

Africa: Uganda

Global issues

Disability issues; Gender issues