Somero Uganda

Somero Uganda Empowering children and young women from vulnerable communities through education, health and skills development. http://www.somero-uganda.org

Somero Uganda aims at empowering children and young people to lead a self-determined life. Its main instruments of empowerment are education, skills development, and sound health. Why girls and young women? Ugandan girls and young women living in the slums belong to the most vulnerable groups of society. They often have been denied education due to the unfriendly schools environment and family responsibilities. Therefore they have to earn their living in the informal service sector, where they are at risk of being exposed to sexual exploitation and violence. Somero Uganda regards itself as a key actor in implementing some of the government’s proposed guidelines on socio-economic and health interventions for girls and young women by linking national concerns to local interventions built on capacities and resources of youth themselves. A strong peer-to-peer network is the backbone of Somero. Vision

Our vision is a Uganda where children and young women live a sustainable life: Our objectives include;

• To create a safe learning environment for vulnerable children & young women to access meaningful quality education. (Contributing to SDG 4.)
• Develop skills and positive attitude among children and young women towards employment for decent work and enterprise development. (Contributing SDG 4 and 8)
• To increase, demand, access and utilization of quality, affordable and appropriate health care services for Children and young women. (SDG 3)
• Develop skills needed for sustainable community development, understanding global issues, promotion of peace and non-violence and appreciation of cultural diversity. (Contributing to SDG 4.7)

Mission

To promote and protect the rights of vulnerable children and young women through education, livelihood development and health initiatives. Core values

Our core values are the fundamental principles and standards to which we adhere. They reflect our rich and diverse organizational history, our culture, and our identity. These values are;
- Accountability
- Transparency
- Partnerships
- Child participation
- Affirmative action

Today marks the conclusion of our five-day training on VSLAs (Village Savings and Loan Associations), intended for the m...
28/11/2025

Today marks the conclusion of our five-day training on VSLAs (Village Savings and Loan Associations), intended for the mentors and staff of the REAL Fathers project.

Participants committed to immediately disseminating this knowledge within their community, specifically targeting young fathers and their wives.

Furthermore, the lead mentors pledged to collaborate with community leaders to voluntarily organize and monitor the groups, and to assist them in accessing government economic programs to ensure sustainability and development.

Today, we met with our new partners, to People, a Sudan-based organization. We discussed a number of promising joint p...
25/11/2025

Today, we met with our new partners, to People, a Sudan-based organization.

We discussed a number of promising joint projects.
We're looking forward to these initiatives

Today, staff and mentors from the REAL Fathers project in the central region districts of Nakasongola, Luweero, Buikwe, ...
25/11/2025

Today, staff and mentors from the REAL Fathers project in the central region districts of Nakasongola, Luweero, Buikwe, and Kayunga began a five-day training on Village Saving and Loan Associations (VSLAs).

This training is focused on equipping staff and mentors with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively mobilize, form, manage, and sustain VSLA groups.

These groups will aim to economically empower the young fathers' households, thereby improving their standards of living within their communities.

The training is held at in Mende, Wakiso district.

In an effort to combat malnutrition and foster balanced diets within slum communities, we established an urban farming d...
15/11/2025

In an effort to combat malnutrition and foster balanced diets within slum communities, we established an urban farming demonstration mini-farm at our headquarters.

This farm will function as a vital nutrition learning resource for the community, aiming to eliminate malnutrition

This week, the REAL Fathers project is bringing together 1,647 mentors and their Trainers of Trainers (TOTs) across the ...
06/11/2025

This week, the REAL Fathers project is bringing together 1,647 mentors and their Trainers of Trainers (TOTs) across the Buganda and Busoga intervention districts for a two-day engagement (Phase 3 mentor training).

The engagement is currently focusing on Mentor and TOT Reflection on the previously concluded sessions and is preparing them for session delivery on Family Planning, Parenting, the Women Alone Session, and community celebration.

Umbaja e.V. (Germany), Somero Development Initiative (Uganda), and the Young and Lonely Foundation (Ghana) have formed a...
27/10/2025

Umbaja e.V. (Germany), Somero Development Initiative (Uganda), and the Young and Lonely Foundation (Ghana) have formed a powerful new partnership — UMSOYO — to advance sustainable agriculture, food security, and climate resilience across the globe.

Together, we will mobilize communities, share knowledge, and establish model farms in Uganda and Ghana to empower farmers, youth, and women in building a greener and more equitable future

With the goal of building resilient and self-reliant youths, we have continuously, over the years, economically empowere...
21/10/2025

With the goal of building resilient and self-reliant youths, we have continuously, over the years, economically empowered over 2,500 young people with employable livelihood skills. This has bridged the unemployment gap among them, thereby molding a productive and crime-free citi

Today in Busia, we wrapped up the week with mass child protection awareness campaigns against child labour and trafficki...
17/10/2025

Today in Busia, we wrapped up the week with mass child protection awareness campaigns against child labour and trafficking across border communities. The activity brought together children, parents, and community members to discuss the dangers of child exploitation and the importance of safeguarding every child.




With support from the and the , Somero donated mattresses and blankets to the Child and Family Protection Unit at Bus...
16/10/2025

With support from the and the , Somero donated mattresses and blankets to the Child and Family Protection Unit at Busia Central Police Station.

The donation aims to supplement the existing rest facilities and create a safe, child-friendly environment for rescued children before their transition or resettlement

Mentorship of REAL Fathers on positive parenting skills is progressing smoothly in both the Buganda and Eastern regions....
16/10/2025

Mentorship of REAL Fathers on positive parenting skills is progressing smoothly in both the Buganda and Eastern regions.

The mentors facilitating the process are now conducting a session titled “Loving My Family.”

This approach is contributing to a positive attitude change among fathers in the community

The Nyumba Kumi approach is yielding positive results. The Somero Secretariat is currently on a field monitoring visit t...
16/10/2025

The Nyumba Kumi approach is yielding positive results. The Somero Secretariat is currently on a field monitoring visit to community clusters. Feedback from community members indicates that this approach is transforming the world’s perception of their community — from being seen as human traffickers to being recognized as agents of positive change

This week we were privileged to have been visited by a team from international at our Busia district office and shared ...
16/10/2025

This week we were privileged to have been visited by a team from international at our Busia district office and shared an our about human trafficking program along the Uganda Kenya boarder. The team joined us as we handed over bedings to the CFPU police department for the safety of children. Thanks for leading the team. We look forward to working with you

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Mukalazi Zone, Bwaise II Parish, Kawempe Division, Kampala. Plot 834 Kyadondo, Block 203 Kazo
Kampala
P.O.BOX21162

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Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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