By Siobhan Neilland | Siobhan Neilland
Every time a mother gives birth safely at the OneMama International Health Center, it is because of you.
I’m writing to you, just returning from Uganda, alongside our clinic team and community. Being there again has reminded me of something I never forget for long: this work is not powered by buildings or systems alone… it is powered by relationship, trust, and love in action.
And it all began with one mama — Mama Jamira. More on her later.



Over the month of January, Uganda experienced political unrest tied to national elections. During that time, all internet and mobile phone services across the country were shut down for nearly two weeks. Communication stopped. Banking paused. Logistics became difficult. For safety, we temporarily moved away from town centers while tensions were high.
And yet -- care never stopped.
Mothers still arrived. Babies were still born safely. Malaria was still treated. The OneMama clinic continued to be a place of calm, dignity, and care in the middle of uncertainty.





What We’re Building Together Right Now
This visit is focused on strengthening OneMama for the long term, not just as a clinic, but as a community-owned health ecosystem.
OneMama Health Membership & Community Health Insurance
We are launching a locally powered health membership model that allows families to seek care earlier, at lower cost, and with dignity — while helping keep the clinic open through small, predictable contributions.
This shifts care from crisis response to prevention, and builds a future rooted in shared responsibility and trust.
Expanded Community Engagement
We are meeting with elders, women’s groups, youth, and village leaders to ensure programs remain culturally aligned, community-led, and deeply rooted in local wisdom.



One of the most meaningful moments of this trip has been spending time with Mama Jamira, a pillar of OneMama from the very beginning.
As age and health have slowed her physically, we are strengthening systems around her — honoring not just what she has done, but who she is. Caring for our elders is part of caring for the soul of this clinic.

I want to share honestly as this mission is so close to my heart… I am allergic to preventative malaria medications, and I will once again be returning home with malaria...
I don’t share this for sympathy, but for transparency. This is a cost I am willing to carry so that mothers can give birth safely, babies can survive, and communities can grow strong and self-sustaining -- as OneMama.
At OneMama, we believe a simple truth: everyone deserves to feel seen, loved, and valued. When we fight for each other’s joy, that joy becomes the force that creates real change.
Your support today sustains life-saving care and strengthens a model built on peace, dignity, and compassion.
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Give Now -- Support Mothers & Babies in Need
$25 provides essential medicines or a prenatal visit
$50–$100 supports malaria treatment or safe delivery supplies
$100 helps protect dozens of lives through early care and prevention
Because of you, no mother gives birth alone.
Because of you, babies survive and grow strong.
Because of you, hope is alive in Kirindi Village.
With deep gratitude and love,
Siobhan “OneMama” Neilland
Founder, Mama, and JOY Warrior
OneMama.org | FightingForYourJoy.com
P.S. If these photos moved you, trust that feeling. Love in action changes lives — and your generosity is proof.
By Siobhan | CEO - Founder
By Siobhan Neilland | CEO - Founder
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