TASO,Uganda

ALT The Uganda AIDS Marathon 2026 (A, Uganda AIDS Commission, TASO and Village Journeys Africa partnership) - Running for Hope is a national movement bringing together communities, government, development partners, the private sector, civil society, health organizations, schools, universities, corporate bodies and individuals to take action towards ending AIDS in Uganda. The Marathon will use sport, health, entertainment and community mobilization to take the HIV response beyond traditional health-sector conversations and make it visible, accessible, youthful and community-driven. From September to November 2026, the campaign will have traveled across 10 cities - Arua, Gulu, Lira, Soroti, Mbale, Jinja, Masaka, Hoima, Fort Portal and Mbarara - before culminating in the national Grand Finale at Kololo Independence Grounds, Kampala, on 29th November 2026.

ALT Dr. Noerine Kaleeba, TASO Patron with Founder Members and TASO Executive Director, Dr. Etukoit .B. Micheal address to the congregation focused deeply on combating HIV-related stigma, advancing prevention, and keeping the historical memory of Philly Lutaaya alive. As a legendary pioneer in Uganda's HIV/AIDS response and the co-founder of The AIDS Support Organization (TASO), Dr. Kaleeba spoke alongside other key activists, health organizations like UGANET, and the Uganda AIDS Commission

ALT Ms. Tezra Nakiganda Lutaaya, founder Philly Lutaaya Cares foundation and daughter to the Late Philly Lutaaya in her speech focused on continuing her father's pioneering legacy and addressing the modern realities of the HIV/AIDS response in Uganda. Tezra emphasized that the battle against HIV/AIDS cannot be won in darkness. She called for a renewed, collective effort to dismantle the persistent social stigma and discrimination surrounding the virus. She urged communities to completely embrace individuals living with HIV rather than isolating them. Moving beyond policy, she stressed the importance of personal and individual responsibility in preventing new infections. She advocated for proactive health measures, urging the public especially youth to seek regular testing, utilize confidential healthcare platforms, and follow proper medical advice to ensure positive living. Activating Youth and Keeping Conversations Alive and Recognizing the shifting dynamics of the epidemic, she highlight

ALT Members from TASO Gulu, the furthest center up North attended the meeting online from TASO Gulu center of excellence

ALT TASO Rukungiri, the furthest center in the west of Uganda, had members attend the meeting.

ALT Founder, Board and Senior Managment members who were present at TASO headquaters.

ALT Board, Founder and Management members present in the TASO Headquarters board room.

ALT The orientation draw members from the 11 TASO Centers of excellence.

ALT Chief Internal Audit, Mr. Wandera Emma presenting to the participants on the organization risk assessment.

ALT NSSF's Chief People and Culture Officer Mr. Milton Stephen Owor addressed staff and young people and re affirmed the funds commitment to support the community by supporting initiatives that improve livelihoods and enhance self reliance. He noted TASO Soroti was selected after consultations with TASO headquarters where the Centers vocational skills project was cited as making an impact amongst the young people.