“I’m very grateful to Girl Up for what they are doing in our school, especially in rural areas. These are schools where you find the girl child’s education is not an easy thing. Many girls drop out before sitting for P.7.” – Teacher Obore David At Girl Up Initiative Uganda, we believe every girl deserves the opportunity to complete her education and thrive. Through mentorship, life skills training, and community support, we are breaking barriers and ensuring more girls stay in school   Watch full testimonials from our teachers in Bukedea District on Girl Up’s impact on P.7 National Examinations and see how we are changing lives! #GirlsThrive #EducationForAll #GirlUpImpact

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Advancing Gender-Responsive Education Last week, we brought together teachers, school leaders, and education stakeholders for a powerful training on Gender Transformative Pedagogy (GTP) at the Girl Up Office in Kampala. Educators explored: ✔ Practical GTP applications in classrooms ✔ Best practices for gender-responsive teaching ✔ Strategies for sustainable integration in schools This wasn’t just a training—it was a movement. By challenging gender norms and fostering inclusive spaces, we’re not just transforming classrooms; we’re shaping a future where every learner thrives. #GenderTransformativePedagogy #InclusiveEducation #EducationForAll #GirlUpUganda

Why Girls’ Education Must Remain a Priority The latest exam results tell a powerful story—more girls are sitting for exams, yet they continue to face greater challenges in achieving top performance. While they make up a significant portion of Division 2 and the lower divisions, their failure rate remains higher than that of boys. Nevertheless , we celebrate our adolescent girls in the scholarship and mentorship program excelled, passing with Division 1 and 2 results. This success reinforces the importance of investing in girls’ education through scholarships, mentorship, and learning support. Access alone is not enough—ensuring equity in outcomes is where the real work lies. So, what’s next? This week, our team is meeting with scholarship beneficiaries and their guardians to strategize the way forward as we prepare to support them in transitioning to secondary school next month. Every girl deserves the opportunity to thrive. Let’s keep pushing for education that transforms lives! #ScholarshipsMatter #EquityInEducation #GirlsEducation

Happy International Education Day! This year, we reflect on the theme: AI & Education—Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation. As technology reshapes learning, let’s embrace innovation while ensuring education remains centered on humanity, creativity, and empowerment. #InternationalEducationDay #AIandEducation #HumanCenteredLearning

“Being able to advocate for girls rights has always been my childhood dream” -Agnes Athieno, Board Member.  Watch the full video to learn what motivated Agnes to join our Board. #Boardupdates

Kickstarting 2025 with Purpose! This year is off to a vibrant and purpose-driven start for our Adolescent Education team! Since last week, the team has been immersed in a bootcamp—setting key targets for effective program delivery. As they gear up to resume in-school sessions, we’re excited to see the dedication and energy they bring to empowering adolescent girls and boys in the program. Here’s to an impactful 2025 ahead! #AdolescentEducation #GirlsThrive #ReflectAndGrow

A new year presents new journeys, and we are thrilled to unveil our new Board of Directors! This incredible team brings professional expertise in Education, Gender, Human Resources, Finance, Legal, and includes a dedicated Girls’ Representative. Cheers to driving Girl Up Initiative Uganda (GUIU) forward with bold vision and purpose!

Exciting News!  We’ve officially kicked off mobilization for the 2025 Mazuri Designs Hub Fashion and Design Intake!  Are you a young girl or woman passionate about learning fashion and design? This is your chance to gain hands-on skills, unleash your creativity, and become part of a community shaping the future of fashion! 📞 Contact us today to join the program: ➡️ 0785 253 214 ➡️ 0777 737 263 Spread the word and tag someone who’d love to be part of this incredible journey!

Happy New Year 2025! We bless the Lord for bringing us this far. As we step into this new year, may it be filled with success, prosperity, and the grace to see beyond the ordinary. Here’s to growth, new opportunities, and endless possibilities! #Happy2025

As we step back for the holidays, we want to express our gratitude to you - our amazing online community. Thank you for being a part of our journey! Before we go, we’ve prepared a special seasonal greeting for you. Wishing you a joyful and peaceful holiday season and a prosperous New Year!

As the year draws to a close, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to @PlanUganda for eight years of invaluable partnership. From the very beginning, you trusted us as a small, emerging organization and invested significantly in our capacity strengthening and resources. This support enabled us to successfully implement the Niyetu Social Empowerment Program, addressing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights for young people (13-25 years) and advocating for Gender-Based Violence prevention. Looking ahead, we reflect with appreciation on these eight years of growth and collaboration with 2 project frameworks and look forward to continuing our shared journey. Thank you for the recognition! In return, we celebrate our shared partnership, built on mutual benefit and collaboration. #Gratitude #Partnership #CapacityBuilding #YouthEmpowerment #SRHR #GBVPrevention #NiyetuProgram #PlanInternationalUganda

Celebrating Excellence: #TeamoftheYear2024! ‘’Great teams don’t just meet expectations—they exceed them, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary with every effort they make.” This year, we are proud to honor the Gender Transformative Education for Adolescents Program Domain Team as our #TeamoftheYear! We commend your excellence in; •ensuring the seamless delivery of programs. •consistently excelling with minimal supervision while staying aligned with the guided strategy. •maintaining child protection and safe guarding standards at every stage of program intervention. Well done, Team! Your remarkable efforts and achievements inspire us all. Here’s to celebrating you this year and beyond!

The internet can be empowering, but it can also be risky—especially for women. Are you taking the right steps to protect yourself online?   Our latest podcast dives into **Digital Safety for Women**, unpacking tips and strategies to help you navigate the online world confidently.   Don’t miss out—watch the full episode on YouTube and join us in the fight for safer digital spaces during the #16DaysOfActivism!  #StaySafeOnline #DigitalEmpowerment #WomenOnline #16Days #CyberSecurity

This Giving Tuesday, you have the power to transform lives with Girl Up Initiative Uganda!  For 197 primary school pupils, the dream of transitioning to secondary school is within reach—but only with your help. Your contribution will cover essential school fees, scholastic materials, and basic needs like sanitary pads and soap, ensuring these young girls can continue their education and thrive.  Together, we aim to raise $20,000 to break financial barriers and create opportunities for these bright minds. Be part of this transformative journey—donate now at #GivingTuesday #GirlsEducation #EmpowerHerFuture #SupportGirls #EducationForAll #GirlsLead #BreakBarriers #CreateOpportunities

This Thanksgiving, We Are Grateful for You! Thank you for standing with us and believing in the power of girls to thrive. We couldn’t do this work without your support! #ThankYou #Gratitude #EmpoweringGirls #ThanksgivingEveningsAre

As we mark the #16DaysOfActivism, it's crucial to confront the harsh reality that 23% of women and 14% of men have reported experiencing physical violence. This calls for urgent action to create safer homes, communities, and workplaces. If you or someone you know is facing violence, please don’t hesitate to reach out for support. Call our helplines at +256 784 026 844 or +256 741 404 963 to report cases or seek counseling. Together, we can break the cycle of violence and build a world where everyone feels safe and valued.

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence are here! Let’s unite to end violence against girls and women. Orange the World and amplify the voices of change. Listen in to our call to action and join our movement! #16DaysOfActivism #EndGBV #OrangeTheWorld #StopViolenceAgainstWomen

But we’re not stopping here—help us double this number next year! Together, we can transform more lives. 💻 Donate today to expand this life-changing program: #GirlsLeadership #AdolescentEducation