RHU Annual General Meeting Minutes 2020

Date: November 13, 2020
Venue: Real Health Uganda Offices
Participants:

• President (interim): Dr. Jack Luyombya
• Vice-President Internal (interim): Dr. Busonga Eliezah Titus
• Vice-President External (interim): Dr. Brenda Katushabe
• Treasurer (interim): Borrison Muguluma
• Number of Participants: 19

Agenda:

1. Opening Remarks:
   • The President called the meeting to order, extending a warm welcome to all participants.
   • Acknowledged the interim Executive and Board, recognizing their dedicated work since the last meeting in June 2019.
   • Addressed the challenges posed by COVID-19 and highlighted RHU’s effective response to the situation.
2. Work Completed So Far:
   • Restructuring the Active committee in alignment with recommendations by the Ministry of Health.
   • Facilitating co-workers to continue supporting RHU’s work remotely.
   • Assisting facilities in coping with the challenges posed by COVID-19.
   • Financing emergencies for RHU communities.
   • Preparing for the anticipated wave of COVID-19 for as long as it persists.
3. Expected Funding from The Third Doctors:
   • Discussed the need for improved planning and dissemination of funds from The Third Doctors (TTD).
   • Focused on adhering to any restrictions imposed by TTD.
   • Requested approval to allocate some of the funding to RHU’s administrative work.
4. Agenda Adoption:
   • A motion to adopt the agenda was proposed by Dr. Irene and seconded by Dr. Busonga. The motion carried.
5. Proposed Activities:
   • The VP Internal presented potential activities for RHU members, encompassing medical camps, member-based social activities, employee-based physical/health activities, and established RHU-related and non-RHU-related activities.
   • Emphasized the importance of organizing leaders, self-financing, and addressing space considerations for ongoing groups.
   • Sign-up sheets for activities were made available.
6. Questions and Discussion:
   • Prospective members inquired about RHU’s purpose and representation of patients.
   • Queries were addressed, highlighting RHU’s commitment to community welfare.
7. Governance (Handover):
   • Noted that the January elections were successful, and the handover is scheduled for March 07, 2021.
8. Additional Issues Discussed:
   • Discussed the purchase of extra medical supplies to manage shortages caused by COVID-19.
   • Efforts to provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to as many facilities as possible.
   • Initiatives to support pregnant girls in Eastern Uganda.
9. Upcoming Events:
   • Official visit to Luuka.
   • Swearing-in ceremony.
10. Appointments:
    • Announcement of the appointment of a senior medical officer.
11. Closing Remarks:
    • The President expressed gratitude to all participants for their engagement and encouraged active involvement in upcoming activities.
    • The meeting was adjourned.

Note: These minutes serve as a summary and are subject to formal approval at the next Annual General Meeting.