Archdiocese of Gulu

Implementing Partner

Our Organsation

The Archdiocese of Gulu was founded in 1911 and officially recognized as a diocese in 1950. The Archdiocese operates mainly in Northern Uganda, specifically in the Acholi sub-region. It covers an area of 27,945 sq km with a total population of 1,750,000 and is divided into 29 parishes. Within these parishes, the Archdiocese manages a significant number of institutions providing basic educational, health and social welfare services. An overview of the education services is provided in the table below.

Caritas Gulu Archdiocese promotes environmental conservation and has implemented climate and energy initiatives in Northern Uganda. From 2014 to 2022, they distributed close to 150,000 tree seedlings and trained communities in environmental conservation. The Green Energy and Nutrition (GEN) Project (2020–2026) supports households to install biogas plants as an alternative to firewood and kerosene as a good practical example of renewable energy provision.

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Our Values

dignity for all
We are guided by a vision of global justice rooted in solidarity. Climate justice for us means recognizing the disproportionate burdens on the Global South caused by the lifestyles and emissions of industrialized nations. We support the right to a dignified life and sustainable development. Justice, participation, and the preservation of creation are core principles of our mission.

Why We Joined the Idea

climate justice
We believe climate justice must go beyond technical solutions. It must address power structures, colonial legacies, and economic systems that drive inequality. We joined the Solar Pledge to strengthen communities that face the harshest consequences of climate change—especially in Africa —by amplifying local voices and supporting renewable energy as a tool for empowerment and equity.

Expected Impact

strengthen education
By supporting local solar projects, we help reduce energy poverty, strengthen education and healthcare systems, and build resilience in vulnerable communities. The shift to decentralized renewable energy promotes participation, independence, and ecological sustainability. Our goal is not just technical transformation, but a more just and inclusive global future shaped by those most affected.

A word from

Diocese of Gulu

Archbishop Raphael p'Mony Wokorach

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Diocese of Gulu

159 schools

xx health centers

Estimated 1,550 staff members

Estimated 48,000 students

xx estimated patients

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