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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
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“The Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Chatbot (MHPSS) is an important milestone in caring for the young people in Uganda. 10-15% of the children globally are facing issues of mental health.” -
@UNICEF
Country Representative Mohamed El Munir A. Safieldin
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
Why create a ChatBot that tackles the mental health issue?
In Uganda, the SAUTI-116 Helpline lacked a chatbot and couldn't receive reports through text messages.
Integrating SMS services is crucial to improve awareness and access to this vital support system.
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
“We will also onboard other channels like WhatsApp by 2025” -
@Mglsd_UG
’s Yeka Emmanuel adds
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
“Accessing the SAUTI-116 Helpline is free for both voice & SMS services (116). While the service is currently only available in English, we plan to expand our reach by introducing additional local languages in the future.”- Mr. Yeka Emmanuel (Head of IT
@Mglsd_UG
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The
#MHPSSChatbotUG
is integrated within the SAUTI 116 Helpline - a service established by
@Mglsd_UG
in 2013 to link vulnerable children to critical resources & care. The helpline handles 1,000 calls on average daily according to Mugisha John (Senior Probation & Welfare Officer).
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
📌 With "BUDDY", children receive helpful self-care advice and the option to speak with a trained counsellor, providing crucial support when needed.
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
Happening now: Launch of the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Chatbot (MHPSS) branded as “BUDDY” to extend mental health support to children and youth in time of need.
#MHPSSchatbotUG
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
Buddy, the mental health chatbot by
@UNICEFUganda
+
@Mglsd_UG
, offers a confidential and secure mechanism for children and young people to report their concerns and access supportive services anonymously. It adheres to the National Child Policy of Uganda.
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Mental health & psychosocial support (MHPSS) is essential for improving the well-being of children & young people.
With support from
@UNICEF
,
@Mglsd_UG
will today launch a
#MHPSSchatbotUG
-
#BUDDY
to extend mental health support to children & youth.
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
Yesterday, I was graced to attend the Skills for the Future symposium that was held at the Nsambya Youth Sharing centre.
I attended as a U-Reporter. It was really an amazing moment because I managed to learn a lot from the works of the youth that had come to show case their
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Young people need access to quality, inclusive education & training to navigate the 21st century successfully. Their potential is limitless.
We all can help them achieve their dreams. Let's invest in their potential and ensure they have the skills they need.
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
We should continue to recognize the immense potential of our young people—the future leaders, innovators, and change-makers of Uganda.
#SkillsRightNowUG
#InvestInUGChildren
#YourVoiceMatters
#Innovate4UG
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
With a multifaceted career spanning journalism, software development, and entrepreneurship, Aminah is a dynamic leader dedicated to driving digital transformation and sustainable development in Uganda under her company DigTrek
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
Do you think other youths in your community have the opportunity to learn the 21st century skills?
#SkillsRightNowUG
#InvestInUGChildren
#YourVoiceMatters
#Innovate4UG
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
Some transferable skills are hard skills, like technology skills, coding, data analysis, or other technical skills, and some are soft skills like communication, relationship building, critical thinking, innovation, and creativity. Don't Miss
#SkillsRightNowUG
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
We've heard some truly inspiring stories from youth who have transformed their lives for the better. Their journeys motivate us to acquire skills that can not only improve our financial situations but also uplift the communities we belong to
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UNICEF Uganda Retweeted
As a gesture to close the “Skills for the Future Symposium” 2024.
Stakeholders from government, civil society & the private sector launched the “Assessment and Training Package For A SOCIAL INNOVATOR” & “FUNDOO” (a skills digital tool).
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“Today’s world is fraught with challenges, many of which disproportionately affect our youth. These threaten not only individual futures but also the stability of societies and economies at large.”-
@Munir_Safieldin
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