The Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) #CommunityAdvisoryBoard (CAB) for the Kampala site and the HOPE Collaboratory CAB held a joint virtual meeting on 22 August 2024, to explore opportunities for collaboration, exchange experiences, and improve their community engagement strategies in support of the #HOPECollaboratory HIV cure research initiative. During the meeting, representatives from both boards presented their unique approaches and activities related to community engagement within the framework of the #HOPECollaboratory on HIV cure research. They also shared valuable insights on considerations underlying their community engagement strategies, the selection criteria for CAB members, and the communication methods utilized to connect communities with researchers throughout the HIV cure research process. Looking ahead, the two CABs plan to organize more meetings to further share insights gained from their community engagement experiences, thereby fostering learning and capacity building between the two groups. Betty Mwesigwa Prossy Naluyima
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About us
The Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) is a non-profit partnership between Makerere University and MHRP. MHRP has been conducting HIV research in Uganda since 1998 and expanded its portfolio to include prevention, care and treatment activities in 2005 under the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). More recently, MUWRP expanded its portfolio to research into other communicable diseases of public health importance in Uganda.¨By building infrastructure and increasing the capacity of local public and private partners, MUWRP ensures quality services for communities participating in vaccine research and HIV cohort studies.
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http://www.muwrp.org
External link for Makerere University Walter Reed Project
- Industry
- Research Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Kampala, Kampala
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2001
- Specialties
- HIV Vaccine Research, Emerging Infectious Diseases' program, HIV Counseling and Testing, HIV Care and Treatment, Medical Male Circumcission, Orphans and Vulnerable Children, Influenza Surveillance, and Anti-Microbial Resistance Surveillance
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Plot 42, Nakasero Road
Mulago, School of Public Health
Kampala, Kampala 256, UG
Employees at Makerere University Walter Reed Project
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Ronald Kasule
Finance Manager at Makerere University Walter Reed Project
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Hermilia Christine AKOLI
Laboratory technologist at Makerere University Walter-reed project
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Jacqui Kemirembe
Data Specialist at MUWRP
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Brenda Kyohangirwe
HR Generalist|Certified Transformational Coach (Leadership)
Updates
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MUWRP hosts monitors from Makerere University School of Public Health Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) welcomed a delegation of monitors from the Makerere University School of Public Health Research and Ethics Committee (#MUSPHREC), on August 22, 2024. The delegation conducted a routine site monitoring visit for the ongoing study titled: “#Sabin002 – A Phase 2, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo Controlled Trial.” The objective of this study is to assess the safety, tolerability, and immune responses of an investigational monovalent Chimpanzee adenoviral-vectored Marburg virus vaccine in healthy adults aged 18 to 70 years. Dr. Betty Mwesigwa, the Deputy Executive Director at #MUWRP and Principal Investigator for the study in Uganda, provided updates on the study's progress to the monitors. Dr. Joseph Kagaayi, who led the delegation, described the engagement with the #MUWRP team as a learning experience and expressed gratitude to #MUWRP for their outstanding work. The #MUSPHREC plays a crucial role in Uganda by ensuring the protection of research participants, promoting ethical research practices, and maintaining public trust in the research process. #MUWRP values the support provided by #MUSPHREC as vital for adhering to research standards. Sabin Vaccine Institute Makerere University Walter Reed Army Institute of Research
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On August 1, 2024, Makerere University Walter Reed Project hosted a delegation from the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST) for a routine compliance monitoring visit. The team reviewed the progress of two active study protocols: the #SudanEbolavirusVaccineTrial (#SABIN003) and the Survey on People’s Preferences Regarding Future Preventative HIV Injections (#HIVDCE). The visit was a great success and very educative for #MUWRP. Congratulations to the #MUWRP research staff for the tremendous work done! As the national regulatory body, #UNCST plays a crucial role in developing and implementing policies to integrate science and technology into Uganda's national development strategies. It provides guidance to the government of Uganda on matters related to promoting science and technology and coordinates and guides national research and development initiatives in the country. #MUWRP appreciates the support from #UNCST over the years and values the collaboration as vital to ensuring compliance with the highest standards in research.
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Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) was honored to host a delegation from the International Vaccine Institute (IVI), led by the Director General, Dr. Jerome Kim, on 31 July 2024. The insightful discussions explored MUWRP's expertise and capabilities in conducting #clinicaltrials and the possibilities for future collaborations between the two institutions. The #IVI team was also taken on a guided tour of the #MUWRPResearchClinic, situated at Nakasero in Kampala.
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MUWRP Hosts Cross-CAB Meeting On July 30, 2024, Makerere University Walter Reed Project hosted a meeting for the national Cross Community Advisory Board (Cross-CAB) executive and steering committee members at its head office in Kampala. The meeting served as a platform for reflecting on experiences and learning from the Cross-CAB Forum convened by BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION UGANDA last year. Members also discussed preparations for the upcoming Cross-CAB Forum, which will be hosted by the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) later this year and reviewed their roles within the network. The Cross-CAB brings together community advisory boards from nine prominent research institutions in Uganda to share updates, insights, and best practices on enhancing community engagement and trial outcomes. The research organizations include Makerere University Walter Reed Project, #Joint Clinical Research Centre, MU-JHU Care LTD | MU-JHU Research Collaboration, Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI), UVRI-IAVI HIV VACCINE PROGRAM, AMBSO 1, Mildmay Uganda, BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION UGANDA, and Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP)
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Makerere University Walter Reed Project hosted Mr. Barrack Owino from the BRILLIANT Consortium on Monday, 29th July 2024. During his visit, Mr. Owino assessed #MUWRP's capabilities in community engagement and advocacy. The assessment encompassed various elements, including #MUWRP's clinical research capabilities, and community outreach and advocacy experiences. He listened to perspectives provided by members of MUWRP's Community Advisory Board and partner Civil Society Organizations. The insights from this assessment will shape future strategies for community engagement and advocacy especially in relation to HIV vaccine research and development in Africa. The #BRILLIANT consortium constitutes a multi-disciplinary collaboration with partners and collaborators from Nigeria, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, and South Africa aimed at advancing HIV vaccine research and development to test vaccine immunogens designed and developed in Africa by African scientists.
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Makerere University Walter Reed Project participated in the #NationalSelfCareDay commemoration held in #KayungaDistrict on 26 July 2024. Convened under the theme "Self-Care for Health and Well-Being," the event underscored the crucial role of self-care in fostering healthier communities. In collaboration with #KayungaRegionalReferralHospital, #MUWRP provided essential #HIVtesting and screening for non-communicable diseases to community members in attendance. These efforts were complemented by various health service organizations that sensitized community members and shared valuable insights on good self-care practices, including appropriate health-seeking behaviors and proper nutrition. The young people living with HIV under the Young and Adolescent Peer Support (#YAPS) program presented a song about HIV, in which they made a passionate call for an end to HIV-related stigma and discrimination in healthcare. The event was graced by government officials from Uganda's #MinistryofHealth and #KayungaDistrictLocalGovernment. Walter Reed Army Institute of Research HJF Medical Research International Betty Mwesigwa
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On 24 July 2024, Makerere University Walter Reed Project hosted the quarterly meeting for the #AfricanCohortStudy (AFRICOS) Community Advisory Board (CAB) at the #MUWRP's research site in #KayungaDistrict. The CAB is made up of representatives from various community constituencies, including religious leaders, civil society organizations, people living with HIV, key populations, performing artists, and adolescent girls and young women. During the meeting, the #MUWRP team shared updates on ongoing #AFRICOS processes and new #HIVCureResearch initiatives that will require community engagement. The CAB members discussed the impact of #AFRICOS in their communities and shared ideas on how to further engage their constituencies to ensure #AFRICOS' success. This collaboration between researchers and community stakeholders is crucial for the study's progress and relevance. Walter Reed Army Institute of Research HJF Medical Research International Betty Mwesigwa Prossy Naluyima
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Last week, Makerere University Walter Reed Project took a significant step towards enhancing the safety of staff by conducting a water safety training session. With support from #PEPFAR, Makerere University Walter Reed Project operates an HIV prevention, care, and treatment program across six districts in Uganda, including the island areas of #Koome and #Buvuma. This necessitates traversing waters to reach the fisherfolk and other populations with HIV services and commodities. The training equipped the team with essential theoretical and practical survival skills for navigating the waters while travelling to and from the above islands. Walter Reed Army Institute of Research HJF Medical Research International Betty Mwesigwa
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