Joy for Children Uganda

Joy for Children is a leader in addressing Sexual and Gender Based Violence and Violence against children in large infrastructure project (dams and roads) globally! Through our tireless work on raising issues of Gender based violence and violence against children on World Bank financed project, the Washington DC based Institution responded; - Created a Global TaskForce on Gender based violence to advise the Bank on how to tackle GBV in their financed project. - All the Bank's financed projects around the world have a component of addressing Gender Based Violence and violence against children. Learn More https://lnkd.in/eh93Ure

This belief and a passion to see that #childrensrights are upheld drive Moses Ntenga to continuously #advocate for our mission. Moses Ntenga strives to raise regional and global awareness about Uganda's urgent needs. We partner with local and international organizations to achieve policy reform and program implementation, creating #changeforthebetter. Please share this post to show your support for our mission! @childcare empowerment UNICEF Uganda Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage The Pew Charitable Trusts Global Fund for Children Oak Foundation Save the Children Uganda Plan International Obama Foundation

At Joy for Children Uganda JFCU, advocating against child marriage is a top priority. JFCU petitioned Parliament to address its devastating effects: trapping girls in poverty, denying them education, and increasing health risks for mothers and children. These consequences impact not only individual lives but also Uganda's progress toward key Sustainable Development Goals. Together with communities, we strive to challenge and change harmful beliefs, practices, and traditions that push girls into marriage. Follow us to keep up with our mission! #EndChildMarriage #GirlsNotBrides #EducationForAll Together for Girls Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage Child of Hope Uganda

During a recent interview with our founder, Moses Ntenga, we asked: What inspired you to do this work? “I grew up in the countryside in a place near the well-known town of Fort Portal, which has since been transformed into a vibrant tourism city. This is where I spent my childhood and completed all my early education before moving to Kampala, the capital of Uganda, to pursue university studies. Growing up in the countryside presented many challenges, particularly for children from underprivileged communities. I witnessed peers who were unable to continue their education and saw the struggles faced by young girls, many of whom became pregnant at an early age. Some classmates got married young and never had the chance to further their education. These challenges affected families across the board, both the rich and poor, in similar ways.” -Moses Ntenga #ChildMarrriage #Leadership #Kabarole #Education.  UNICEF Gatesfoundation Girls First Fund Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage

Education is pivotal to Uganda's economic transformation. According to the United Nations, #education is key in reducing #poverty. An educated community often enjoys better economic opportunities. Recent efforts by UNICEF and the Global Partnership for Education have focused on improving access and quality. UNICEF aims to help 800,000 more children complete primary #school, while the Global Partnership is working to remove financial barriers for impoverished families. These initiatives highlight Uganda's commitment to using education to combat poverty. UNICEF Save the Children UK Forbes Girls First Education Cannot Wait (ECW) Global Partnership for Education Malala Fund

Our Kampala Slum Women Project focuses on empowering women & children with education, healthcare, & economic skills. By addressing these key areas, we’re helping families overcome poverty & strengthen their communities. Like & Share to see more of our work! #Empowerment #CommunitySupport #MakeADifference GlobalGiving Obama Foundation UNDP Uganda

🌍✨ Today, December 20th, Joy For Children Uganda celebrates International Day of Human Solidarity! This is: 🤝 A day to celebrate our unity in #diversity; 📜 A day to remind governments to respect their commitments to international agreements; 📢 A day to raise public awareness of the importance of #solidarity; 💬 A day to encourage debate on the ways to promote solidarity for the achievement of the #SDG, including #povertyeradication; 🚀 A day of action to encourage new initiatives for poverty eradication. 💡 Like, Share, and visit joyforchildren.org to learn about our programs that promote diversity, act in solidarity, and aim to eradicate poverty! 🌟 UN Women UNICEF World Vision Uganda. The World Bank

This year’s International Day of the Girl Child focused on "Girls’ Vision for the Future." Joy for Children Uganda brought together voices from all sectors. Girls shared their dreams, while leaders strategized ways to combat child marriage, prevent teen pregnancies, and expand education access. A powerful step forward for girls everywhere! #IDGC #PowerToGirls #Youth UN Girls' Education Initiative (UNGEI) Girl Rising Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage

On #InternationalMigrantsDay, Dec 18th, we celebrate the economic, social, and cultural contributions of migrants. This day also is meant to raise awareness of the injustices experienced by migrants. Due to lack of job prospects and limited economic opportunities, many Ugandans migrate within and from Uganda. With this comes greater risk of health and safety issues, especially for women and children. Joy For Children Uganda advocates for the rights of Ugandan and international migrants by providing access to basic needs, assistance with education, and empowerment through financial literacy and skill-building. United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) The World Bank UNICEF Uganda

#Leadership that drives transformation! 🌍✨ This month, we’re celebrating Moses Ntenga, the Founder of Joy for Children Uganda, whose visionary leadership is changing lives. Moses’ #advocacy for community protection in the World Bank-funded Kamwenge–Fort Portal Road Project sparked groundbreaking reforms. His efforts led to investigations into the project’s impacts, including child protection in Environmental and Social Impact Assessments and stronger safeguards in road construction projects. Thanks to his persistence, the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) now prioritizes community involvement, and the World Bank requires community protection measures in its contracts. Moses’ work has improved lives in Uganda and is a powerful example of how one leader’s vision for #justice can inspire systemic change worldwide. Follow us on social media and visit our website to stay updated on our work! joyforchildren.org 💪👊 United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) World Health Organization Uganda The World Bank