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RUYA

Rwenzori United Youth Association

What we do

Reproductive Health Services

We offer comprehensive reproductive health education, services, and support. This includes family planning, maternal health care, and initiatives for the prevention of STIs/HIV/AIDS.

Economic Empowerment Programs

We implement sustainable economic empowerment initiatives, specifically targeting young mothers, youth, and the less privileged. This involves vocational skills training, entrepreneurship support, and facilitating access to microfinance opportunities.

Social Justice and Advocacy

We actively a dvocate for the rights of young mothers, youth, and the less privileged. Our efforts address social injustices such as gender-based violence, discrimination, and barriers to accessing education and opportunities. We promote community dialogue and sensitization on gender equality and human rights.

Education and Skills Development

Education and Skills Development: We provide relevant education and skills development opportunities to enable beneficiaries to become self-reliant and contribute meaningfully to society. This includes facilitating access to education and mentorship programs.

Community Empowerment Initiatives

We mobilize and empower communities across the Rwenzori region to actively participate in addressing the needs of young mothers, youth, and the less privileged, fostering a supportive environment for their holistic development. This also involves establishing support groups and counseling services for young mothers and survivors of abuse.

Resource Mobilization and Partnerships

We continually mobilize resources and build strategic partnerships to support and expand the association's programs and reach.

Inclusion and Protection of Persons with Albinism

We aim to promote the full inclusion, protection of rights, and improved well-being of persons with albinism through targeted interventions in education, healthcare, economic empowerment, and advocacy against discrimination and harmful practices.