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The Diocese of Same Development Department (DSDD)

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About Us

The Diocese of Same Development Department (DSDD)

DSDD is the development arm of the Catholic Diocese of Same, committed to enhancing the lives of communities in Same and Mwanga districts through a range of development programs.

Our Vision

A self-sufficient, healthy, and empowered community in Same and Mwanga districts, where every individual has the opportunity to thrive in a sustainable environment.

Our Mission

To promote and facilitate sustainable development initiatives by empowering communities through participatory processes, building capacity, and providing essential services in education, health, agriculture, environmental conservation, and social welfare.

Organizational Structure

DSDD is structured into various departments, each focusing on a specific area of development:

01

WID/GAD

Women in Development/Gender and Development: Promotes gender equality and empowers women to become active contributors to community development.

02

Preschool Education:

Supports early childhood education through the establishment of preschools that focus on holistic child development.

03

Education

Aims to enhance access to quality education for children and youth in rural areas.

04

Health

Works to improve healthcare access through medical programs, health education, and maternal and child health initiatives.

05

Caritas

Provides support to vulnerable groups, including emergency relief, social welfare services, and poverty reduction initiatives.

06

Water Projects

Implements projects aimed at providing clean and accessible water to rural communities.

07

Child Safeguarding

Ensures the protection and safety of children in all aspects of community life.

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Environment

Focuses on environmental conservation efforts, including tree planting, soil conservation.

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Our Team

Behind every successful project is a dedicated team

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Fr. Deo Mngumi

Project Coordinator
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Pamella Mahinda

Project Supervisor
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Mr. Leon Mvungi

Human Resource Manager
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Ms. Mary Nakesho

Preschool Coordinator

Our Parnters

Empowering communities through partnership

Recent News & Events

Discover What’s Happening: News That Matters

Monitoring of pedagogical implementation

Monitoring of pedagogical implementation in Kikweni Preschool, Mwanga District

Women World Day celebrations at Same District

Paralegals from the Catholic Diocese of Same

Celebration of world women day