Our Impact

Built on evidence, shaped by families.

Baby Ubuntu is rooted in robust research and shaped by the voices and experiences of families. Our studies have shown that Baby Ubuntu makes meaningful difference across diverse communities, with positive impacts on the health, participation, and quality of life of children and their caregivers.

As Baby Ubuntu grows, we continue to learn from families and partners to strengthen impact and improve delivery at scale. This ongoing learning ensures the programme remains responsive, adaptable, and effective across different contexts - supporting lasting change for children, families, and the communities around them.

Our reach & impact

Baby Ubuntu facilitators

Children & carers receiving early care & support

Master trainers

Implementation partners

Countries & territories

More than 90% report improved skills and confidence in caring

More than 80% see meaningful improvements in quality of life

Our evidence-based impact

Increase knowledge and confidence in caring

Caregivers gain practical knowledge, skills, and confidence in caring for their child with developmental disabilities

Improved health, wellbeing, and quality of life

Children experience better health and fewer hospital admissions, while women carers report improved mental health and family quality of life.

Greater participation and inclusion

Children with developmental disabilities participate more fully in family and community life.

Reduced disability-related discrimination

Women experience lower levels of disability-related stigma, contributing to greater social inclusion for children and families.

Community-level transformation

Health systems are strengthened, with improved access to early care and support for children with developmental disabilities.

I love the Baby Ubuntu programme because it taught me things I didn’t know before. When my child is awake, I now understand what to do. When I call him, he recognises my voice and turns towards me. When I sing, he knows it’s time to play. If he wants to sit on his own, I help him sit and give him brightly coloured toys that stimulate his mind and make him happy. Because I practised this with him, he can now sit confidently, which allows me to do my daily chores while he plays nearby

Baby Ubuntu caregiver

Baby Ubuntu helped me realise that I am not alone, and this gave me confidence. I learned how to care for my child, formed friendships where we share experiences and find joy. Today, I am proud to support other caregivers as an expert parent, just as I was once supported

Baby Ubuntu Expert Mother