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

Working hand-in-hand with the Nakawa PVAC cluster, our Girls Cluster is empowering adolescent girls and boys through inc...
27/02/2026

Working hand-in-hand with the Nakawa PVAC cluster, our Girls Cluster is empowering adolescent girls and boys through inclusive skills training. By coordinating our efforts, we are building a safer, more supportive environment for all.

Nakawa Coordinated Program! We wrapped up our Q3 meeting by celebrating wins, tackling challenges, and mapping out a cle...
27/02/2026

Nakawa Coordinated Program!

We wrapped up our Q3 meeting by celebrating wins, tackling challenges, and mapping out a clear strategy for the next quarter. We’re feeling more energized than ever to serve our communities!

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Empowerment starts with conversation! Utilizing a peer-to-peer approach, the girls of Bukuusu Primary School took the le...
20/02/2026

Empowerment starts with conversation! Utilizing a peer-to-peer approach, the girls of Bukuusu Primary School took the lead today.

Under the mentorship of their senior woman teachers, they explored the roots and consequences of child marriage, presenting powerful strategies to end the practice in their local communities.




19/02/2026

Mr. Mawerere James and Madam Kasuubo Annet, senior teachers at Nalinaibi Primary School found in Nawanyago subcounty, Kamuli district making a pledge to end child marriage in their communities.

Mr. Mawerere James and Madam Kasuubo Annet, senior teachers at Nalinaibi Primary School, are standing up for their stude...
19/02/2026

Mr. Mawerere James and Madam Kasuubo Annet, senior teachers at Nalinaibi Primary School, are standing up for their students.

They’ve pledged never to stay silent and to do everything possible to end child marriage in Uganda and beyond



To promote protection and school retention, students used art to visualize their future dreams. They pledged to complete...
19/02/2026

To promote protection and school retention, students used art to visualize their future dreams. They pledged to complete their education and committed to protecting their peers by utilizing local reporting mechanisms to safely report child marriage cases within their community.



Somero Development Initiatives and local primary schools are taking a bold stand against child marriage in Nawanyago Sub...
19/02/2026

Somero Development Initiatives and local primary schools are taking a bold stand against child marriage in Nawanyago Sub-county, Kamuli district Supported by the , students are speaking out and leading the charge toward a safer, more empowered future for every child.



As we are drawing toward the conclusion of this seven-month mentorship journey , the community and its stakeholders in I...
13/02/2026

As we are drawing toward the conclusion of this seven-month mentorship journey , the community and its stakeholders in Iganga, Kamuli, Bugiri, Mayuge, Luwero, Nakasongola, Buikwe and Kayunga district are coming together to organize a celebration honoring the achievements and the life-changing impact the project is having within the homes of young fathers.

The power of a convening lies in shared insight. The real work now shifts from 'what we learned' to 'how we apply it.' W...
05/02/2026

The power of a convening lies in shared insight. The real work now shifts from 'what we learned' to 'how we apply it.' We are focused on turning these key takeaways into the next steps of the journey.

Responsible, Engaged and Loving (REAL) Fathers is a mentorship approach supporting young fathers to play an active role ...
05/02/2026

Responsible, Engaged and Loving (REAL) Fathers is a mentorship approach supporting young fathers to play an active role in parenting, family care, and child development, contributing to safer homes and improved early childhood outcomes.


A need to support community dialogues and mass media/social media campaigns to shift harmful social norms and normalise ...
05/02/2026

A need to support community dialogues and mass media/social media campaigns to shift harmful social norms and normalise






“We want every father to be involved in their children’s lives.” - Lydia Wasula , Chairperson REAL Fathers Advisory Com...
05/02/2026

“We want every father to be involved in their children’s lives.” - Lydia Wasula , Chairperson REAL Fathers Advisory Committee

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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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