Helping school dropouts and in-school youth access opportunities and improve learning outcomes
Hands-on, technical, and soft skills delivered by mentors in underserved areas
Mentor-led,youth pooled revolving funds, last-mile financial literacy, and startup support for youth
We design and implement youth-centered programs that address education gaps, economic marginalization, and social vulnerability. Our interventions are practical, scalable, and community-driven
We believe education is the cornerstone of opportunity. Our education-focused projects aim to improve access, retention, and transition for underprivileged and marginalized youth especially girls
Keeping girls in school, building confidence, and unlocking academic potential. Let Girls Blossom empowers adolescent girls to stay in school, succeed academically, and build strong futures through a supportive ecosystem of mentorship, coaching, and safe spaces
We work with schools, communities, and families to:
Career and transition guidance, Participants explore diverse career pathways, university options, and technical skills tracks that match their interests and talents. Scholarship and academic readiness support
Youth are trained on how to compete for academic opportunities, including scholarships, bursaries, and university admissions. Mentorship, Each participant is matched with a sector-based mentor, often a university student or young professional who supports them throughout the program.
Weekly digital sessions & resources, Through virtual learning sessions and digital content, participants gain life skills, leadership tools, and access to exclusive career-building opportunities.
Helping students transition with purpose.
In Uganda, many students drop off the education path at key transition points, often due to lack of guidance, exposure and resources. The Ability Online Career Program helps students at the end of the high school education journey to transition confidently into new opportunities. We provide an 8-month digital program that equips young people with the tools, knowledge, and networks needed to navigate their next steps whether it’s further education, skills training, or career development. What the Program Offers
Hope for Girls identifies adolescent girls who have dropped out of school and helps them rediscover purpose through vocational training and mentorship. We assess each girl’s passion and match her with a mentor working in a similar vocation such as tailoring, baking, hairdressing, or crafts for a one year hands-on mentorship experience
The Revolving Capital Fund project
Provides startup capital to youth groups through a mentor-led revolving fund mechanism to support micro-enterprise development
The Emergency Response Plan (ERP) project
Delivers rapid skills training, economic support, and psychosocial care for youth affected by conflict, crisis, or displacement
University Students Experiential Learning (USEL)project
A structured internship and work-based learning model linking university students to hands-on community development roles
The Tayinu Nigina Okushukana Project
A youth-led savings and solidarity fund offering matching grants and peer mentorship for high-potential but financially excluded youth
Upskilling and promoting sustainable economic transformation for adolescent mothers (Upstream)project
Empowers adolescent mothers with vocational skills, business training, and mentorship access to capital and market linkages to galvanise economic independence and reintegration.
We believe that lasting impact is built through collaboration. We are always looking to connect with like-minded organizations, institutions, & communities who share our commitment to improve education & employment outcomes amongst youth in Uganda
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