The QUTWE project aims to strengthen parent-child relationships among young people and especially with LGBTQIA+ youth (ages 16–24) and their parents/caregivers through Youth Resource Centers (YRCs) that provide youth-led, community-based, and non-judgmental safe spaces in the Dakshinpuri area of Delhi. The YRCs use a three-pronged intervention model: By promoting open, supportive dialogues within families and …
Young people in Tanga are stepping forward to shape the future of their communities through active participation in governance. The Shiriki Tujenge Tanga Yetu project equips youth with practical knowledge and leadership skills to strengthen civic engagement and accountability at the local level. Through this initiative, Youth Accountability Advocates (YAAs) are trained to educate their …
Youth Influence in Governance and Accountability (YIGA) project seeks to improve youth participation and influence in governance across Karamoja and Uganda. It supports empowered young people and responsive governance systems that reflect youth needs and realities. The Challenge: Uganda’s population is among the youngest globally, with 73.2% under the age of 30. Yet, youth participation …
Report Overview Climate change is intensifying sexual and reproductive health (SRH) challenges for young people in Uganda’s Jinja and Mayuge districts by disrupting health systems and worsening existing vulnerabilities. Extreme weather events such as floods, droughts, and heatwaves frequently limit access to SRH services, particularly in rural areas. Over 45% of respondents reported difficulty accessing …
Report On Integration Of Sexual And Reproductive Health Into Climate Justice Movements From The Perspectives Of Young People With Disabilities In Jinja District Integrating sexual and reproductive health (SRH) into climate justice movements is essential to addressing the overlapping vulnerabilities faced by young people with disabilities in Jinja District, Uganda. Despite existing commitments to SRH …
The Challenge: According to the 2024 census, Uganda remains one of the world’s youngest nations, with 50.5% of its population aged 17 years and under, and a further 22.7% between the ages of 18–30. Despite their numbers, young people’s needs are often unmet, and they continue to face the consequences of poor governance, underrepresentation, and …
In 2025 we ran a dynamic UK-based youth mobilisation campaign with the aim of securing an ambitious replenishment from the UK government to the Global Fund. The campaign is built on three strategic pillars: 1. The Evidence: Nationwide Youth Polling To counter the narrative that young people are disengaged from global issues, the campaign commissioned …
At just 19 years old, Mariam Dickson from Chamwino Ikulu Ward, Chamwino District in Dodoma Region, embodies courage, determination, and the power of second chances. Her story is a reflection of how hope, when nurtured with opportunity and support, can turn pain into purpose. Raised by her grandmother, Mariam grew up in a humble home …
The Spotlight Initiative, launched in 2017 with seed funding from the European Union, aims to eliminate violence against women and girls (EVAWG) and accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
‘The disarmament brought us peace, but it has also brought us poverty.’ An uncompromising conclusion to a hard-hitting report, these words emerged from an inspirational youth-led research project into youth strength, creativity and livelihoods in Karamoja Sub-Region, Uganda. Conducted by thirteen Karimojong researchers in November and December 2011, this study demonstrates the power and potential …