Vitamin B12 Access Project
B12 is not optional. It’s essential.
Vitamin B12 is crucial for everyone — especially for those who follow a plant-based or vegan diet.
It helps maintain healthy nerves, red blood cells, and brain function. Without enough B12, we risk fatigue, nerve damage, depression, and long-term health issues.
🔹 Why B12 Matters for Vegans
B12 is not made by animals or plants. It’s made by bacteria.
In industrial animal agriculture, animals are supplemented with B12 — so when people eat animals, they’re actually consuming artificial B12 indirectly.
In a plant-based system, we skip the middle animal and take B12 directly.
A small amount is needed, but it’s vital to take it consistently — especially for pregnant people, children, and elders.
🌱 Veganism must be healthy to be sustainable. That means B12 must be accessible.
Learn more about B12 from the Vegan Society →
🔹 The Problem in East Africa
In many parts of East Africa:
B12 is unavailable in local shops and pharmacies
It is expensive where it exists — priced beyond what most can afford
There is a lack of awareness even among health professionals
Many vegans are not supplementing at all, putting their health at risk
🔹 Our Solution: Bulk B12 for the People
We aim to:
Import high-quality B12 supplements in large quantities
Partner with ethical providers to secure affordable, long-term supply
Distribute B12 directly through our network at a low cost (or free when possible)
Educate people and organizations about safe B12 use
Translate materials and make clear, culturally relevant guides
Make B12 available in every major town in our network
🔹 Planned Distribution Model
| Phase | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Needs Survey | Map current access and price across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania |
| 2. Partnership | Secure deals with global B12 providers (e.g., Vegan Society, ethical manufacturers) |
| 3. Import & Storage | Ship in bulk to Kampala or Nairobi with trusted logistics partners |
| 4. Local Distribution Hubs | Use Umoja Greenlands centers, vegan shelters, or aligned clinics as points of sale or pickup |
| 5. Pricing Model | Aim for prices affordable to low-income communities — ideally $1–3/month |
| 6. Education | Leaflets, trainings, and WhatsApp explainers on dosage and importance |
| 7. Tracking & Feedback | Monitor usage, demand, and health improvements; adapt strategy as needed |
🔹 How You Can Help
📦 Are you a B12 provider or company? Partner with us for regional impact.
🤝 Are you part of a clinic, school, or shelter? Join our distribution network.
👐 Are you a donor? Help subsidize B12 for those in need.
💡 Are you vegan or plant-curious? Get informed and get your B12.
✨ Healthy Vegans Build a Strong Movement
We believe no one should suffer from B12 deficiency because they chose compassion.
We are here to make sure a plant-based future in East Africa is healthy, affordable, and informed.
Let’s make B12 available for all — from villages to cities.