Early Years Count Uganda

Excited to share the new blog by Joan Lombardi and Fabiola A. Lara who explored this connection in their blog, "Adopting a Two-Generation Strategy for Early Childhood Development and the Environment." By supporting both parents and their children, we can create a ripple effect of positive change. The blog dives into: ➡ How environmental factors impact ECD. ➡The importance of parental well-being for fostering environmentally conscious children. ➡Practical strategies for implementing a two-generation approach in ECD programs. Head over to the blog and learn more https://lnkd.in/dN3w9wf8

Did you know that the foundation for the future workforce begins with our young children? Over the next decade, 1.1 billion young people in the global south will grow up and enter the job market, yet right now, there aren’t enough opportunities being created for them. Current projections show a significant shortfall, with only 325 million jobs expected to be generated. Investing in the early development of these children is crucial to ensure they are prepared to thrive in a competitive future. #YouthSkillsDay UNICEF Generation Unlimited United Nations The ELMA Philanthropies Africa Early Childhood Network Echidna Giving Lydia Mubiru Early Childhood Development Action Network (ECDAN)

Kathryn Bullman and I visited Early Years Count Uganda today and were so thrilled to see that the team has more than doubled since our last visit under a year ago. Lydia Mubiru, you and your team are doing such amazing work to advance early childhood development in Uganda. Your work is a huge inspiration to our team at Genesis Analytics. May the team continue to grow from strength to strength in supporting young children to thrive. #earlychildhooddevelopment #earlyyearscount #ecd #uganda

🚨 Urgent Call to Action: Only 38% of Children in Uganda Have Access to Pre-Primary Education 🚨 In a country where the future of our youth is paramount, it’s alarming to see that only 38% of children in Uganda currently have access to pre-primary education. This gap in access not only limits individual potential but also stunts the overall growth of our society. Every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and thrive in a nurturing environment that prepares them for future educational success. Universal Pre-Primary Education is a critical step toward ensuring that all children, regardless of their background, can embark on their educational journey. By supporting Universal Pre-Primary Education, we can advocate for policies and initiatives that create equitable access to quality education for all children in Uganda. 👉 To learn more about the current state of #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment in Uganda and how we can drive change, read the Situation Analysis of ECD> https://bit.ly/4cOlVTt The ELMA Philanthropies Africa Early Childhood Network Early Childhood Development Network For Kenya (ECDNeK) Echidna Giving The LEGO Foundation Grand Challenges Canada Moving Minds Alliance Lydia Mubiru Early Childhood Development Initiative (ECDI) Early Childhood Development Action Network (ECDAN) Patricia Young Joan Lombardi Early Childhood Alliance TECPA: The Early Child Professional Association

On the Day of the African Child 2024, the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, in collaboration with Early Years Count Uganda launched the inaugural National Situation Analysis of Early Childhood Development in Uganda. This analysis is crucial as nearly one-third of our population is aged 0-8 years. Overall, Uganda has made significant progress in delivering ECD services, leading to improved developmental outcomes for children. However, The uneven progress in ECD service delivery and access reveals disparities across the country. Those left behind are often characterised by factors such as low wealth, disability, rural residence, and parental incarceration. Specifically, children from impoverished backgrounds are at risk of missing out on ECCE. Similarly, they may face barriers to healthcare, as evidenced by a high percentage of parents seeking treatment for under 5 illnesses at private clinics. Notably, regions like Kampala, the south-central region, Karamoja and Bunyoro sub-regions exhibit disproportionately poor access and service delivery. These areas warrant focused interventions or strengthened existing efforts to address these disparities. Ensuring the protection and development of these children is key to achieving our national development goals by 2040. Read the Report>https://lnkd.in/eH6ERC-K #UgandaECD #EarlyYearsCount Moving Minds Alliance Early Childhood Development Initiative (ECDI) Early Childhood Alliance Premier Early Childhood Education Partners Echidna Giving The ELMA Philanthropies Africa Early Childhood Network Hilton Early Childhood Development Action Network (ECDAN) the LEGO Group The LEGO Foundation Porticus Early Childhood Investigations Webinars Early Years Alliance The International Early Years Curriculum

On the Day of the African Child 2024, the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, in collaboration with Early Years Count Uganda launched the inaugural National Situation Analysis of Early Childhood Development in Uganda. This analysis is crucial as nearly one-third of our population is aged 0-8 years. Overall, Uganda has made significant progress in delivering ECD services, leading to improved developmental outcomes for children. However, The uneven progress in ECD service delivery and access reveals disparities across the country. Those left behind are often characterised by factors such as low wealth, disability, rural residence, and parental incarceration. Specifically, children from impoverished backgrounds are at risk of missing out on ECCE. Similarly, they may face barriers to healthcare, as evidenced by a high percentage of parents seeking treatment for under 5 illnesses at private clinics. Notably, regions like Kampala, the south-central region, Karamoja and Bunyoro sub-regions exhibit disproportionately poor access and service delivery. These areas warrant focused interventions or strengthened existing efforts to address these disparities. Ensuring the protection and development of these children is key to achieving our national development goals by 2040. Read the Report>https://lnkd.in/eH6ERC-K #UgandaECD #EarlyYearsCount Moving Minds Alliance Early Childhood Development Initiative (ECDI) Early Childhood Alliance Premier Early Childhood Education Partners Echidna Giving The ELMA Philanthropies Africa Early Childhood Network Hilton Early Childhood Development Action Network (ECDAN) the LEGO Group The LEGO Foundation Porticus Early Childhood Investigations Webinars Early Years Alliance The International Early Years Curriculum