Save the Children Uganda

#NewOfficeLocationUpdate

We've moved. We are happy to announce that our Kampala Office has moved to Bugolobi, Plot 15, Luthuli Avenue. The new space will help us better serve the children and families we work with, driving lasting change in communities. #ForEveryChild #NewOfficeSameMission

Yesterday, we spotlighted the incredible work of Save the Children and #RuralFinanceInitiative (RUFI) microfinance, enabled by #USAIDSavesLives funding in Palabek Refugee Settlement! 🌍 USAID’s Uthabiti activity established the first microfinance institution in Palabek Refugee settlement and has digitally linked Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs), thereby enabling refugees and host communities to gain access to essential financial services that are transforming their lives. This collaboration showcases how private sector engagement and digital tools can foster long-term resilience and financial inclusion. Join us in supporting these life-changing initiatives! #RefugeeResilience #FinancialInclusion #Uthabiti #GrameenFoundation Mwesigwa Bikie Isharaza

Together with UGANDA CHILD RIGHTS NGO NETWORK - UCRNN we engaged children and parliamentarians on children’s rights and welfare. Children presented their concerns, especially the need to be protected from abuse and exploitation. “We need to have stronger child protection laws to prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable children,” said Mark, one of the children at the dialogue. Robert Doya Nanima, a committee member of the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child pledged to influence funding for child mental health services, social care, and educational resources, ensuring that children have the services they need to thrive. Parliamentarians are committed to ensuring that children’s voices are considered in developing policies, especially those related to welfare, education, and protection. The rights of children to be heard in all matters that concern them is a priority for Save the Children in accordance with the child participation principles in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and regional child rights treaties such as the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACRWC).  

Introducing numbers to children helps them develop their logical thinking early enough and get familiar with numbers at an early age since they are going to deal with numbers the rest of their lives. #LiteracyForAll

Our goal for all children, 3 to 17, particulary girls is to complete quality and relevant early childhood and basic education. #LiteracyDay2024 #LiteracyForAll

Today is International Literacy Day. At Save the Children Uganda, we improve access to quality learning, by training teachers, building infrastructure, providing equipment and promoting inclusive education. We also run early learning programmes for children under six and help older children who dropped out of school to return to education. #LiteracyDay2024 #LiteracyForAll

When children speak, the world listens. Children from East Africa will share their views in a regional consultation workshop to provide input in the draft #IGAD Child Policy Framework. The policy seeks to address the following 👇

#HappeningNow A joint consultation with children from Uganda, Kenya & South Sudan on the Draft IGAD child policy framework is taking place in Nairobi, Kenya 👦 💁 The framework will ensure that children are meaningfully engaged and consulted in the policy making process to guarantee that their views on the Policy are heard and considered.

In a demonstration of the power of collaboration, THRIVEGulu has flourished over the years thanks to its fruitful partnership with Save the Children. This partnership has not only resulted in significant pre-positioning and financial support but has also played a pivotal role in strengthening THRIVE Gulu’s systems and staff capacity, leading to remarkable achievements and impactful programming. https://lnkd.in/d5xhQuRt