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Vijana Corps is a Non- Government Organisation that creates platforms, tools and safe spaces to empower the last-mile youth to #BeSeenAndHeard
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Last Seen Profiles
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We're super excited to bring you our Annual Accountability Event
#AAD2023
in case you missed it. Watch it here;
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We demand the release of Abigail Kalenda, one of us who was arrested ahead of the press conference against police violence in the March2Parliament
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Tabitha
@little_mugisu
is a multi-faceted Woman in tech who is passionate about community and women in technology with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Computing from Makerere University Business School. She is currently the Communities Lead at Waape.
@waape_
#BeSeenandHeard
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One year since launch of strategic plan.
Lessons learnt: The importance of establishing and building strong networks and alliances,diversifying our resources,using systems thinking, and creatively innovating new ways of reaching the youth.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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We are pleased that the City Hall Court has released our people on cash bail. We are thankful to all those who have done whatever they can to ensure this happens.
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We are at court now.
We hope they are released because a press conference is no crime.
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Today, our Executive Director
@denis2pato
and
@elfafrica1
Executive Director
@wakolicaren
formalized a partnership between Vijana Corps and ELF for a deeper and wider youth engagement across East Africa. Together, we look forward to empowering more youth to
#BeSeenAndHeard
.
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Join us tomorrow 12th at 2:00pm as we discuss the implications of the budget 2024/25 on youth priorities and how we can make it more responsive. Join via
#BeSeenAndHeard
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As part of our Month Long Women day celebration we continue to highlight
#womeninSTEM
and to we have the pleasure of highlighting Yvonne Zabu, a Clinical Psychologist and Co-Director of Wellness Psychological Services.
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"Vijana is thrilled to be part of a platform that empowers women to find their voice, build their confidence, and amplify their thoughts and ideas."
#ElleParle2024
is truly inspiring"
@ElleWomen
@actionaiduganda
@MEMPROWUganda
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"The greatest religions convert the world through stories."
Today, the young people in Bugisu sub-region are transforming lives through creative art and storytelling.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Today, our Communications Officer,
@clintontumanye
joined the
#UgandaElectionsDataPortal
training by
@ccgea1
. The portal illustrates presidential electoral trends in Uganda since 2006.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Join us for an unforgettable evening of storytelling as we launch our annual report 2022!
Date: Friday Sept. 29, 2023
Time: 3:00 - 3:35pm, EAT
Venue: .
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Together with other CSOs operating in Mbale, we engage the District NGO Monitoring Committees on exploring ways of creating a proper working environment for effective service delivery.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Today,we had the honor of hosting friends from the
@FordFoundation
at our Mukono Hub.
@LindaOchiel1
@ochiel_linda
@kate_peggy
and
@NgodaEsther
had a fruitful conversation with our Team Leader
@denis2pato
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Today, we join
@MEMPROWUganda
advocacy awareness match in Pakwach district on the right to education in celebration of the
#DayoftheAfricanChild
.
"Every child deserves a chance to learn, grow, and thrive. Let's make education a priority for children"
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Solidarity among generations is not only essential to attaining sustainable development but is also a basic question of justice with its foundation in the recognition that creating a world for all ages is the responsibility of everyone
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Youth participation is crucial for building a sustainable and equitable future. Via the multimedia infrastructure and youth hubs, we are empowering young people to take an active role in their communities and societies is essential.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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We were delighted to have
@xmusema
, Country Director, ActionAid as the Chief Guest at the graduation of these young people from the AjiraFit program. He encouraged them to have a purpose that transcends jobs.
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We are currently discussing what happens when you and your leadership mentor disagree or follow different paths.
@VNamugobe
@ddumba_timothy9
share their mentorship journeys.
#BeSeenandHeard
#leadershiptalks
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7
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We're training at least 10 young people of Pakwach district to empower them with skills and experience in digital storytelling with hope that they will be able to participate in democratic processes using technology and the arts.
#Day1
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Some of the constraints to youth civic participation are;
*Limited civic education
*Lack of access to information
*Intimidation and lack of trust in systems
*Socio-economic factors such as poverty and unemployment.
Share yours
#BeSeenAndHeard
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In a bid to build capacity of the young people in Bugisu sub-region to harness the power of social networks & media advocacy, we have organized a social media training targeting over 100 youth. It’s happening tomorrow
@kayegihotelmbale
. Let’s BE THERE on time.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Mentors provide advice, guidance, and emotional support for youth to navigate life challenges, and grow to their highest potential. All leaders need mentors
#BeSeenAndHeard
@rachealkay29
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3-Days training with Young people at the Pakwach Youth Hub in utilising digital media to document service delivery gaps. We are empowering young storytellers to amplify voices and spark change! Together, let's shape the narrative and drive impact!
#BeSeenAndHeard
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10
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We are thrilled to announce that we shall be part of this year's National Youth Parliament. This year's sitting aligns with the International Youth Day theme “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development.”
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Part of the team going to Mbale for a one week film and photography bootcamp, in which young people shall transform their community issues into advocacy pieces.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Via the mobile hub, young people meet to discuss their involvement in youth programming and policies.
#BeSeenAndHeard
@actionaiduganda
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Civil society organisations & social enterprises learn from each other on building wholesome organisations, holistic programs and lasting change amidst the prevailing challenges
#Impact2024UgandaEdition
@ngoforum
@ninyesigar
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A consultative meeting with over 100 youth in West Nile has kicked off. We’re discussing the issues in the National Youth Policy and the Manifesto with a hope of getting recommendations for the development of the Successor plan.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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10
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Today we’ve joined
@EAPhilanthropy
and a host of other civil society organizations from across Africa to discuss Strategic Philanthropy in a Dynamic Era.
#BeSeenAndHeard
#2024GrantmakersSummit
Denis Pato
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To deepen and broaden engagement with young people, we have deployed digital media to promote alternative strategies of participation in democratic processes. This week, we are learning how to use the Tricaster technology.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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At the Summit for Women-led Climate and gender Justice Actions in Arua, it is evident that the grassroots are transforming the landscape of climate solutions, addressing a multiplicity of root causes and effects of climate crisis. What are you doing?
@MEMPROW1
#BeSeenAndHeard
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We’re off to Pakwach for a one-week bootcamp in which the last mile-youth will be rigorously trained by media experts in film, photography, & production etc. Our aim is to extend digital tools to youth to enable them amplify their voices for equitable development
#BESeenAndHeard
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Our aspiration is that we can empower last mile youth to get out of the last mile whatever means we have. Ours is to extend opportunities to these youth and “kick” them out of the position life has given them.
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The Vijana team ready to bring you live the Debate Grand Finale tomorrow
#ElleParle2024
.
Let us celebrate female voices and their ability to create change that matters
@ActionAid
@MEMPROWUganda
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As part of our culture of gratitude, we celebrate these two young people ie Sida for being the most hardworking and diligent &, Kenan for being the Young Professional of the year.
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We congratulate
@VNamugobe
on being voted as Speaker of the 7th National Youth Parliament. Your dedication & tireless advocacy for youth empowerment has earned you this position. We look forward to your continued impact on youth engagement.
#BeseenAndheard
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10
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What is the State of youth Civic Awareness in Uganda, and what relationship does it have on youth participation and the enjoyment of basic human rights. Join us tomorrow 21st July as we discuss the research findings.
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CSO leaders including our own
@denis2pato
have been arrested ahead of the Press briefing against the use of violence against young people in the March2Parliament.
We demand for their immediate release.
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We are discussing the relevance of National youths policy and successor plan in meeting the Youths’ priorities and Inclusion in Uganda. Our Panel discussion is on going led by
@PeshPoni
#NYPReview2022
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Are you looking for real world experience and gain an edge in your career and ambitions?Consider our Young Proffessionals Program and learn from a vibrant team of proffessionals in the fields of Media,programming and finance. See poster for details
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Participants break into groups to recap the lessons from day 1 that they used to to escape the “land mine simulation” game played earlier
#BeSeenandHeard
@FordFoundation
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What is your act of service today? Ours is joining the young people in tree planting in Pakwach, Mbale and Mukono in celebration of
#IYD2023
@MEMPROW1
@elfafrica1
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Are you in West-nile, join us and get your voice captured in the evaluation of the National Youth Policy and the development of the Successor Action plan
#BeSeenAndHeard
@NYCofUganda
@actionaiduganda
@Mglsd_UG
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Our team member
@acan_gloria
speaks during policy makers capacity strenthening run by
@AfriChildCentre
on how to utilize research evidence to inform child focused policy making that put the well being of the child first.
@JacklineNakato1
#BeSeenandBeHeard
#childsafety
#policy
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in 2022,we partned with over 30 young people in Zombo, Nebbi and Packwach to carry out a scorecard on the level of access, quality and how affordable public services like water, health and Education were in their respective communities...
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We join all partners to walk in solidarity for climate justice. PUT ACTION TO WORDS. The time is Now.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Today at our various youth hubs, youth seek to understand the budget 2023/24, how it affects them and proper service delivery. What should they look out for in analysing this budget?
#BeSeenAndHeard
.
@CSBAGUGANDA
@ActionAid
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As we gear up to evaluate the National Youth Policy 2016 and discuss the development of the National Succesor Action Plan, do we know what the current policy states. What are the existings gaps in the youth policy and programming in Uganda
#BeSeenAndHeard
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As young people of this nation, do we know the recommendations in our National Youth Manifesto 2021-2026?
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Happening today at 2:00pm our very first Leadership Talk where we explore mentorship and coaching and it’s impacts on Leadership. Register via the link below
@VNamugobe
@ddumba_timothy9
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Working with the community to address the prevailing problems of farmers in Wadelai sub-county in partnership with
@pelum_uganda
.
- "Together, we can make a difference and create a more sustainable future for all." - Unknown
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Young people discussing their role in creating a world for all ages.
#BeSeenAndHeard
Leaving no one behind is paramount to creating a world for all ages.
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"Education is the key to unlocking potential. Let's unlock a brighter future for Africa's children.
#EducationIsPower
#DayOfTheAfricanChild
"
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The young people in Bugisu sub-region will premiere the two films tomorrow and use them to inform and inspire change through engaging audiences and reflecting societal issues.
#Mustwatch
#BeSeenAndHeard
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The
#ElleParle2024
KeyNote Speaker
@akitengisabella
reminds us to act locally but think globally. By acting locally and addressing development issues in our communities, with a global perspective, we can create a ripple effect that resonates widely.
@ElleWomen
@actionaiduganda
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Watch the space!
In partnership with Development Dynamics, we are producing two podcasts about "How young people perceive opportunity & agency" & "Observations, concerns and opportunities for social innovation."
It is good to see young people speak about real issues
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A capacity building session with young people on tracking and monitoring budgets at the national and local government level underway at all the Vijana youth hubs
#BeSeenAndHeard
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8
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Some of the recommendations and questions that will inform the Successor Plan. We’re in Pakwach with over 150 young people discussing the issues in the National Youth Policy.
#BeSeenAndHeard
@actionaiduganda
@NYCofUganda
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Day 2 of the Climate Symposium. CSOs challenge the government to prioritise climate issues and this should be reflected in our budgetary priorities
#FundOurFuture
#BeSeenAndHeard
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7
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It is happening tomorrow Tuesday 21 June. Kindly register with this link to be part of this invaluable conversation on policy frameworks that will enhance youth effective participation in public life.
@actionaiduganda
@MichaelAboneka
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Today we are engaging more than 150 youths from Pakwach, Zombo and Nebbi districts to collect and document their views, opinions and recommendations in fragile contexts and protracted crises to inform the ongoing review of the successor plan.
#BeseenAndHeard
#NYPReview2022
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We are excited to officially be back in office and have the team together again.We have a lot planned for this year and it’s exciting. We are looking forward to working with youth and partners to make
#2023
an exceptional year.
#BeSeenBeHeard
#NewYear
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When young people come together to discuss the issues affecting them, it is crucial for building collective power and driving positive change.
#7thYouthParliament
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Have you registered yet for this month's leadership talk happening on the 23rd June at 2pm via the
#BeSeenAndHeard
.
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"A social movement that moves people is merely a revolt. A movement that changes both people and institutions is a revolution."-Martin Luther King Jr
#BeSeenAndHeard
We are after creating change agents advancing a unified agenda towards social justice and development.
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7
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Throwback to our very first
#LeadershipTalk
last week. Many thanks to
@VNamugobe
and
@ddumba_timothy9
for accepting our invites .We discussed mentorship and coaching and it’s impact on leader. Be sure to catch the conversation on our YouTube channel
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#Day1
is done! At least 10 young people from Pakwach have learned the basics of script development, cinematography, sound, video editing, and producing respectively.
#filmbootcamp
#BeSeenAndHeard
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8
21
Are you looking for real world experience and gain an edge in your career and ambitions?Consider our Young Proffessionals Program and learn from a vibrant team of proffessionals in the fields of Media,programming and finance. See poster for details
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Woohoo!
It's that time of the year again, and we're super excited to bring you our Annual Accountability Event
#AAD2023
. Please join us tomorrow Friday May 31 at 2pm live on YoutTube via this link:
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Do we all know the rationale of us having the National Youth Policy and policy frameworks that target young people?
#BeSeenAndHeard
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The Guest of Honor at
#ElleParle2023
@deuce_mercy
reminds young people that the greatest work is within them. Let our individual works be visible
@actionaiduganda
@MEMPROWUganda
@ElleWomen
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4
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🔉PRESS STATEMENT ALERT!🎙️
We have been joined by 14 Youth Civil Society Actors from across East Africa to stand in solidarity with Kenya over the Finance Bill of 2024. Read full statement here:
#RejectFinanceBill2024
#StandWithKenya
#YouthForChange
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Young people have real self-worth when they are given tools to better engage in development processes. Through creative art, they can discuss and convey their activism so that they can have a positive impact on community.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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6
21
In a bid to increase youth, esp young women's leadership & participation in the struggle for enjoyment of basic human rights & quality services, we are conducting a one-day training attended by 66 young women & 46 young men in Pakwach, Mbale & Mukono.
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9
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In this workshop, over 50 young people in Mukono and Mbale City, are learning more about the budget process which includes preparation of the local government budget framework paper.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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6
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How did you celebrate the Africa Youth Day and what does it mean to you? To us, it means Enlightened, Empowered and Engaged youth actively taking part in the decisions concerning their lives, building strong, resilient and sustainable communities
#HappyAfricaDay
#BeSeenAndHeard
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We are grateful to all those who joined us for our first ever
#LeadershipTalk
we couldn’t have done it without you. Apologies to those who tried joining via teams, first steps are always filled with a few stumbles.But we shall do even better for this months talk.
#BeSeenandHeard
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3
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Today
#day3
, the production crew and the cast are set for the first film shoot.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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9
21
Have you registered yet for this discussion tomorrow at 2pm via
It takes one to create change, one to think differently.Start now, influence others and together, let us combat the negative effects of climate change.
#GreenSkills4Youth
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Young people should affirm their role in spaces that they occupy, making sure that the representation though minimal is of quality and beneficial to young people.
#BeSeenAndHeard
#SautiUg
#InternationalYouthDay2022
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5
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Some of the recommendations and questions. We’re in Pakwach with over 150 young people reviewing the issues in the National Youth Policy.
#BeSeenAndHeard
@actionaiduganda
@NYCofUganda
1
9
20
Exciting! The young people of Pakwach kick starts |
#day2
with hands on training. We are finalizing script writing, sound setting and casting.
#filmbootcamp
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Today, we reflect on wholesome organisations (Governance & Accountability, culture & systems, financial sustainability), Holistic programs (the design & implementation, MEL and communication), Lasting Change (Systems change, advocacy, DEI, scale & sustainability)
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Our documentation team is set to take stock of the climax events ie the match and the symposium today at Makerere School of Public Health Auditorium. It is time for ACTION.
#BeSeenAndHeard
@actionaiduganda
@MEMPROWUganda
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8
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After a successful training of young people of Mbale to utilise digital tools and storytelling for activism, they premiered two stories; "One Brave Girl", a story of a girl who speaks truth to authority and a documentary on sericulture.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Do not miss out on this year's charity sale. We have lots of books for you. Come buy and help us create more youth spaces. Find us at Forest mall parking lot, Lugogo this month of August to November from 8am to 7pm daily or call 0782 836035.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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The older generation should be willing to mentor young people in leadership and allow them to access platforms for growth at local, national and regional levels.
#BeSeenAndHeard
#SautiUg
#InternationalYouthDay
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“There is no Vijana without you” -
@denis2pato
The difference faces of Vijana Corps. The dedicated team behind who we are and what we have achieved thus far.
#BeSeenBeHeard
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7
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Vijana Corps team
@acan_gloria
and
@JacklineNakato1
at the
#peopledialguefestival
. PDF is organized by the Center for multiparty democracy Kenya. It is a platform for citizens of Kenya to gother in various spaces (villages) to discuss with a variety of issues pertaining to them.
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We continue our highlight of
#WomenInSTEM
this month of March. Yesterday we highlighted
@PAyinembabazi
Today we highlight Lynn Kirabo who successfully defended her Doctoral Thesis at Human-Computer Interaction Institute, Carnegie Mellon University.
#womeninSTEM
#BeSeenandHeard
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Are you a young people seeking to build a brand for career advancement, tune in via on 29th at 2:00pm shares tips on how to do so.
#BeSeenAndHeard
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8
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Day three of the VijanaCorps retreat.
@denis2pato
shares his story and the story behind VijanaCorps mission and vision.
#BeSeeBeHeard
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Youth Engagement can happen in so many ways that you can imagine. Join us on 31st May to explore these various to engage duty bearers.
Register via to attend
#BeSeenAndHeard
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We are excited to announce the launch of our new report, 'Constraints and Enablers of Youth Civic Engagement', and the accompanying Civic Manual. You can access these via these links:
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Young girls should not be afraid to put themselves forward. We recognise and embrace their unique voice to addressing societal issues which more than half affect their wellbeing and livelihood.
#BeSeenAndHeard
#sautiUg
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People are at the heart of our programming because they have the power to drive the development agenda. We're therefore, excited about the partnership with
@actionaiduganda
#BeSeenAndHeard
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Young people share with us how they have used the knowledge and skills from the various trainings to push for proper service delivery. We are glad to have contributed
#BeSeenAndHeard
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