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The Uganda Dental Association (UDA) has officially announced its Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026, taking place on Friday, 6th November 2026 at the Bamus Sorovar Portico Hotel (opposite University Hospital). Gathering oral health professionals, industry leadership, and stakeholders from across the nation, this year’s convention centers on the strategic theme: "Vision and Strategy 2027–2032". Event Details & Registration Date: 6th November 2026 Venue: Bamus Sorovar Portico Hotel, opposite University Hospital Entry Fees: UDA Members: Free Entry Non-UDA Members: UGX 250,000 (Inclusive of membership fee) Notice to Members: All attending members are reminded to carry their 2027 subscription fees. Comprehensive Program Agenda The 2026 AGM features a robust schedule aimed at shaping association leadership, professional excellence, and policy direction over the next decade: Annual Registration & Networking: Welcoming delegates and expanding professional connections. Opening Session: Formal commencement of the assembly. AGM Business Session: Presentation of key reports, including the Executive, SACCO, UMDPC, and FDI reports. Strategy & Professional Development: Sessions dedicated to advancing clinical standards and executing the 2027–2032 roadmap. Member & Sponsor Recognition: Honoring active UDA members and corporate partners. Association Panel Discussion: Engaging dialogue on current trends and challenges in dental practice. Elections & Resolutions: Polling and voting on governance positions and institutional resolutions. Closing Session: Final remarks and adjournment. Call for Nominations: UDA Electoral Committee In accordance with association guidelines, the UDA Electoral Committee invites formal nominations for open leadership positions for the upcoming term. Available Executive & Regional Seats: President Vice President Secretary General Finance Secretary Publicity Secretary Education Secretary Project's Secretary Regional Representatives: Central, West, East, and North Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications directly to the Electoral Committee via email at ugdental@gmail.com. Contact & Enquiries For event registration, nomination submissions, or sponsorship details, reach out through the official UDA communication channels: Phone / WhatsApp: +256 770 932732 Email: ugdental@gmail.com Website: www.ugadent.org

The Uganda Dental Association (UDA), in partnership with the FDI World Dental Federation, will host a Tobacco Cessation Workshop aimed at empowering oral-health professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to support patients in quitting tobacco use. Scheduled for Friday, 13 November 2026, at 5:00 PM East Africa Time (EAT), the workshop will take place at Forrest Cottages, Bukoto, Kampala. Empowering Dental Professionals to Promote Tobacco Cessation Tobacco use remains a significant public-health concern, with implications for oral health and overall well-being. Oral-health professionals are uniquely positioned to identify tobacco users, educate patients about the associated risks, and encourage them to take steps towards quitting. Under the theme, “Empowering oral-health professionals to deliver brief, evidence-based tobacco cessation interventions in routine dental care,” the workshop will focus on strengthening the capacity of dental professionals to integrate tobacco cessation support into everyday clinical practice. Through practical, evidence-based approaches, the initiative seeks to reinforce the role of dental teams in tobacco prevention and cessation, contributing to improved oral-health outcomes and healthier communities. Strengthening Oral Health Through Collaboration The workshop reflects the Uganda Dental Association's continued commitment to professional development, evidence-based dental practice, and the promotion of better oral health in Uganda. Collaboration with the FDI World Dental Federation further supports efforts to equip oral-health professionals with relevant knowledge and practical approaches to address tobacco use as part of comprehensive patient care. Workshop Details Event: Tobacco Cessation Workshop Date: Friday, 13 November 2026 Time: 5:00 PM EAT Venue: Forrest Cottages, Bukoto, Kampala Organisers: Uganda Dental Association (UDA) and FDI World Dental Federation Further Information For further information about the workshop, please contact the Uganda Dental Association: Email: ugdental@gmail.com Telephone: +256 770 932732 Website: www.ugadent.org The Uganda Dental Association encourages oral-health professionals to strengthen their role in tobacco cessation and help advance healthier smiles and tobacco-free communities.