Raising Teenagers-Uganda

In honor of , we joined our partner under the for the post-International Menstrual Hygiene Day celebrations at Kira Secondary School.
The day was filled with meaningful engagement as we facilitated sessions on menstrual health and hygiene with young people.

Having both boys and girls in the same space made the conversations even more powerful. It was encouraging to see how openly they participated, asked questions and sought clarity on issues that are often surrounded by silence and stigma.

Their curiosity reminded us that young people are ready for accurate information when given the opportunity. They are not just learners but also key voices in shaping healthier, more informed communities.

As part of our contribution towards menstrual dignity, we also donated sanitary pads to support the girls in managing their periods safely and confidently. This small but important gesture reflects our continued commitment to ensuring that no girl misses out on opportunities because of her period.

We are grateful to all the partners who joined us and contributed to the success of the day. Together, we remain committed to breaking stigma, promoting dignity and creating a for all.

Yesterday, we successfully concluded a 3day residential grantee training under and it was a meaningful and enriching experience for us.

Over the three days, we had the opportunity to learn, connect, reflect and share experiences with fellow grantees who are all committed to creating safer and better futures for girls.
The training created a space for honest conversations, collaboration and practical learning that will continue strengthening our work in communities.

We engaged in powerful sessions on governance, compliance, safeguarding, financial management, internal controls, strategic planning, human resource management, social enterprise development and resource mobilization. Each session equipped us with practical skills and knowledge that will help us build stronger systems, improve accountability and increase the impact of our work.

One of the most inspiring parts of the convening was hearing success stories from different organizations and witnessing leaders graduate from the Leadership Challenge Cohort. It was a reminder that leadership grows through learning, resilience and collective action.

We are grateful to Girls First Fund for intentionally investing in grassroots organizations and leaders working tirelessly to , keep girls in school and create opportunities for adolescent girls to thrive.

To all facilitators, partners, fellow grantees and organizers, thank you for making the experience impactful and memorable. We left better equipped, inspired and more committed to creating lasting change in our communities.
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Participating in yesterday’s was more than just showing up, it was a reflection of what we deeply believe in; that every girl deserves the chance to stay in school and pursue her dreams without limitations.

As we ran alongside different individuals and organizations, we were reminded that collective action has the power to change lives.
For us, this run symbolized hope, commitment and standing in solidarity with girls facing barriers like poverty, menstrual stigma, teenage pregnancy and child marriage.

Every step taken yesterday represented our continued commitment to advocate for education, dignity and opportunities for girls because when you keep a girl in school, you empower an entire generation.

Home visits give us the opportunity to connect with our different beneficiaries and listen to their voices:
Having the program advisor for Girls First Fund presented an opportunity for her to listen to their stories first hand and see how best to continue the campaign to Keep Girls in School:
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A Field visit our the program Advisor for Girls First Fund
We are thankful for all the support:

Grateful hearts today and always!!

Thank you to everyone who showed up and chose to do good on Your time, energy and kindness made the day truly special.

From the smiles we shared to the simple acts of kindness, every little effort mattered. It showed that when we come together, we can make a real difference in our communities.

However, the impact does not end today, it continues in the lives we touched and the hope we shared. Let us keep this spirit going by being kind, helping others and showing up whenever we can.

Together, we can make our communities stronger and better for everyone.

Research consistently shows that the quality of relationships inside a school determines the quality of learning that happens within it. And relationships are built, sustained and sometimes repaired through conversation.

Our Best School to Work webinar on 14th April explores the Evocative Coaching model, a practical, research-backed framework that gives school leaders a structure for more intentional, more effective professional conversations.

The session is led by Professor Megan Tschannen-Moran, Jeanie Cash, and George Manthey, three education leaders who spent decades developing, testing, and applying this framework in schools around the world.

Four more days left. This session is free, and spots are still open.

📅 14th April

🕒 15:00 GMT

📍 Zoom

Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_y-9YNVLJQkmbvzVvPgEZVg

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