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Child marriage and teenage pregnancies remain some of the most pressing challenges in Uganda, driven by societal norms, poverty, and a lack of education. Despite numerous efforts to address these issues, the prevalence of early marriages and pregnancies remains alarmingly high. Addressing these harmful practices requires more than just legal frameworks and educational programs, it […]

The recent visit by the Ministry of Gender, Labour, and Social Development (MGLSD) to western Uganda highlighted the critical role of Child Wellbeing Committees (CWCs) in strengthening community-driven child protection mechanisms. Led by the Commissioner for Youth, Fred Ngabirano, the visit was conducted in collaboration with Bantwana Initiative Uganda staff and two probation officers from […]

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is a powerful global campaign that begins on November 25th, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and concludes on December 10th, Human Rights Day. It is a time to unite and renew our collective commitment to ending violence in all its forms, […]

As we reflect on World Children’s Day, this is a great opportunity to remind us of our duty to ensure every child grows up in an environment that safeguards their well-being and nurtures their potential. This global celebration is more than a day; it is a call to protect children from harm, abuse, and neglect […]

Bantwana Initiative Uganda is deeply committed to the mission of ending violence against children and creating a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive. This commitment was underscored as our Executive Director, Susan Kajura, represented us at the Global Ministerial Conference in Bogotá, Colombia, joining leaders from around the world in a crucial dialogue on […]

This week, Bantwana Initiative Uganda joined global leaders, experts, and advocates in South Africa for the 2024 Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) Forum, an internationally recognized event dedicated to advancing research and action against sexual violence. The forum has provided a crucial platform for sharing insights, discussing effective approaches, and exploring collaborative solutions to prevent […]

On Friday, October 25th, the Rwenzori Ballroom at the Kampala Sheraton Hotel buzzed with excitement and unity as the Jazz Benefit Concert ’24 brought together over 250 people for an unforgettable evening of music and purpose. Hosted by Jazz Benefit Concert Events in partnership with the Bantwana Initiative Uganda (BIU) and Career Chapters Africa, this […]

Often caregivers live all by themselves in their communities, with limited time for their children and community members. This is often due to their personal issues like search for livelihoods, dysfunctional families, and broken community systems to create spaces to share issues that affect them. Grace is a widow who faced challenges with her elder […]

Bantwana Initiative Uganda (BIU) is dedicated to employing positive parenting principles as a cornerstone in the fight against violence against children (VAC) and child sexual abuse (CSA) across Western Uganda. Through a comprehensive and multi-dimensional approach deeply rooted in positive parenting, BIU endeavors to instigate normative changes at various levels: individual, family, school, and community. […]

While she was in S4, Anita’s life took an unexpected turn when she was just 17 years old. At 27 now, she reflects on the journey that led her here. It all began on a weekend when Anita realized she was pregnant. That day was supposed to be a break from school, but it quickly […]