Bringing Healthcare to the Vulnerable: YAWE Foundation’s Medical Outreach in Katunguru Camp, Kanaara Sub-County, Ntorko

Bringing Healthcare to the Vulnerable: YAWE Foundation’s Medical Outreach in Katunguru Camp, Kanaara Sub-County, Ntorko

In response to the ongoing challenges faced by internally displaced people in Katunguru Camp, Kanaara Sub-County, YAWE Foundation conducted a life-changing medical outreach on January 31, 2025. The camp, home to over 1,000 flood-affected residents, has struggled with limited access to healthcare, food, and clean water. Recognizing this urgent need, YAWE Foundation, in partnership with…

16 Days of Activism in Fort Portal City: Uniting to End Gender-Based Violence and Break Barriers to Nutrition

16 Days of Activism in Fort Portal City: Uniting to End Gender-Based Violence and Break Barriers to Nutrition

From November 7th to 11th, 2024, Fort Portal City became a hub of action and collaboration as it joined the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) campaign. This year’s theme, “UNiTE to End Violence Against Women: Break the Barriers to Good Nutrition,” highlighted the intersection of gender-based violence and nutrition, setting the stage for impactful community-driven activities. Through the coordinated efforts of local…

A Decade of Collaboration with the Peace Corps and the U.S. Embassy
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A Decade of Collaboration with the Peace Corps and the U.S. Embassy

Nearly a decade ago, YAWE Foundation forged a valuable partnership with the US Government, welcoming Peace Corps Volunteers into our fold. Over the years, this collaboration has blossomed, with four dedicated Volunteers contributing to transformative projects aimed at improving the lives of Uganda’s people. This enduring relationship recently garnered the attention of the United States…

Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Journey Plus Primary Teachers Training

Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Journey Plus Primary Teachers Training

Journey Plus, a curriculum designed to tackle pressing issues such as HIV stigma, gender-based violence (GBV), and HIV awareness, is making waves in Uganda. This evidence-based curriculum, endorsed by the Ministry of Education and Sports, is shaping the minds of primary school pupils aged 9 to 14. Its aim? To empower a generation of informed,…