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Together we can empower more children and youth to access quality and gender-transformative education, unlocking their potential to thrive and create lasting change in their lives, families, and communities
Gender Transformative Education Initiative (GTEI)
Empowering Girls and Boys to Challenge Gender Norms for an Equitable Society
Social and Emotional Learning and Literacy through Play (SELL-Play)
Empowering Children to Develop Social and Emotional Learning and Literacy Through Play
Resilient and Empowered Adolescents through Social and Emotional Learning (REASEL)
Empowering Youth, Building Resilience, and Unlocking Potential Through SEL
Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH)
Building a Foundation for Informed Choices, Wellbeing, and Health for Adolescents
Our Work
Join us to Empower and Transform the Next Generation
By investing in foundational learning, gender transformative education and youth empowerment, we unlock potential, driving progress for an empowered generation and a more equitable future.
About us
Unlocking Potential, Transforming Lives
We are dedicated to transforming the educational landscape in Uganda and the region by harnessing a wide range of collaborative, multidisciplinary, and multidimensional initiatives
Our Mission
Our mission is to build and support a resilient school ecosystem that empowers children and youth with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to thrive
Our Vision
Our vision is a world where all children and youth learn, achieve and thrive. We envision an educational ecosystem that is transformative, supporting and empowering everyone to thrive
Global Movement
We envision a global movement powered by a cohesive and supportive ecosystem, where education decisions are driven by evidence, where structural barriers to inequality are dismantled, and where quality and inclusive education is not just a fleeting sentiment but a tangible reality
Join your hands with us for a better life and future
Your support transforms lives. Every donation directly provides essential resources and services, empowering individuals and strengthening our community. By contributing, you enable children and youth to learn, achieve, and thrive, building a brighter, more inclusive future. No matter the size, your donation moves us closer to lasting change. Be a part of this positive impact—donate today!
962
girls trained and mentored in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) skills
1,004
girls trained and mentored in Sexual and Reproductive Health
2,850
girls are now learning in a supportive and transformative ecosystem
Unveiling our current research initiatives
Empowering Voices: Championing Gender Equality, Inclusion and Strengthening Resilient Systems in Education (2024-2027)
The purpose of this cross-disciplinary project is to co-create, implement, and evaluate the impact of a gender-transformative education initiative on gender equality, inclusion, and the strengthening of educational systems in Uganda.
Learning Through Play: Evaluating the Impact of Play on Foundational Literacy and Social and Emotional Learning. (2024-2025)
This pre-pilot phase, in Luuka district in Uganda, aims to assess how play-based learning approaches can enhance foundational literacy and social and emotional learning at scale, evaluating their potential impact on educational outcomes
Exploring the Role of Social and Emotional Learning in Building Adolescent Resilience, Agency, and Academic Achievement. (2025-2027)
This study examines how Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies build adolescent resilience, agency, and academic achievement. It evaluates how SEL competencies impact behaviour and academic success, aiming to empower youth to thrive personally, socially, and academically
Our Appeal
Support Vital Causes in Uganda Today
Empowering Children to Develop Social and Emotional Learning and Literacy Through Play
In Uganda, education has long prioritised traditional teaching methods, often neglecting the integration of Social…
Milestone:
14000
Pupils impacted to date
Target:
35000
Pupils impacted by the end of 2027
Resilient and Empowered Adolescents through Social and Emotional Learning (REASEL)
The Problem: Mental health challenges are becoming increasingly prevalent among schoolchildren in Uganda. A recent…
Milestone:
12118
Learners trained on Social Emotional Learning
Target:
100000
Learners skilled on SEL Competencies by 2027
Gender Transformative Education Initiative (GTEI)
The Problem In Uganda, gender inequality remains a significant barrier to educational attainment and personal…
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Integrating Social and Emotional Learning in the Classroom
As Aristotle famously said: “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at…
Skills Development for Enhancement of Youth Opportunities
August 12th, International Youth Day, reminds us that today’s young people are not only the…
Parental Engagement in Foundational Education: Why It’s Key in Uganda
Early education helps in shaping a child’s future. Foundational education includes the first few years…
Empowering Teachers, Empowering Students: JMERC’s REASEL Programme Takes Root in Eastern Uganda
JM Education and Research Centre (JMERC) recently conducted two successful Training of Trainers (TOT) sessions…
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