Extend A Life initiative Uganda

Youth led community based org, working to empower community marginalized groups in uganda

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

With support from @GirlsFirstFund we have set up two community Dance and Drama clubs as powerful tools to break cultural silences, challenge deep-seated traditions, and start community conversations against child marriage in Namayumba Sub County.

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

Our community stories; Sharing and disseminating information on family planning amongst girls and women at risk on prevention of further pregnancies and ending child marriage in Namayumba Sub County @GirlsFirstFund

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

Our team participated in the Central Region Girls Summit 2026 at Buloba Dwelling Place under the theme “Every girl deserves to play” because a girl who plays stays in school.

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

Despite efforts to eradicate this practice, cultural norms and traditions continue to perpetuate child marriages in many regions of the world. Challenging social and cultural norms to end child marriage shifts community expectations and protects girls' human rights @GirlsFirstFun

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

We conducted a community sensitization and awareness on SRHRs for child mothers and young women at risk in which participants got information on HIV, family planning and contraception to help me them make informed life decides about their bodies and the future @GirlsFirstFund

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

With support from @GirlsFirstFund we are extending our operation area to Namayumba Town Council in Namayumba Sub County. In this way, we have conducted an entry meeting with community leaders in the town council to introduce to them the organization, our mission and programs.

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

Keeping girls in school equips them with critical knowledge, self-confidence, and negotiation skills to assert control over their own bodies, life choices, and timing of marriage. @GirlsFirstFund

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

We have had our last event in commemorating the International Girl Child Day 2026 with a radio program on Mama FM 101.7. In the studio was our Executive Director and Head of Programs to discuss the dangers of child marriage, the program was moderated by Ms. Nansanga Regina.

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

Our team is in the studio discussing child marriages as we commemorate the International Girl Child Day 2026 @GirlsFirstFund @accessyouth2010 @RaisingTeensUg2 @GNB_Uganda @WezeshaGirls @CEDOVIP @AssortedAfrica
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[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

Over the weekend our Executive Director and Head of Programs attended the launch of the #Period Bank an initiative of @AssortedAfrica to advocate for the use of reusable sanitary towels as part of the events to celebrate the International Girl Child Day 2026 in Kayunga District.

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

As we continue to Commemorate the International Girl Child Day 2026 - Join us this Thursday on Mama FM 101.7 as we dissect matters relating to ending Child Marriages and protection of the Girl Child in Uganda.

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

We were delighted to participate in the #UNITEFORGIRLS event organized by @RaisingTeensUg2 at Raise Up a Child Primary School in Namayumba Sub-county to commemorate the International Girl Child Day 2026. The event aimed at increasing efforts toward girl child protection.

[Wezesha Girls Network-Ug🇺🇬 @WezeshaGirls]

The girls @extend_uganda lit up the stage with a skit about staying in school isn’t about lessons but unlocking doors to opportunity and a brighter future
Their great message reminded us that every classroom is a future built and every dropout is a dream deferred #UniteForGirls.

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The girls from @extend_uganda brought the stage to life with a powerful skit showing that staying in school is more than learning, it opens doors to opportunities, confidence, and a brighter future. Every classroom nurtures a dream, while dropping out can put that dream on hold.

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Through play, teenage mothers shared their experiences and spoke candidly about the dangers of child marriage. #UniteForGirls
@WezeshaGirls
@extend_uganda

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One of my favourite moments was hearing our partners encourage the girls to believe in themselves, dream boldly and understand that their voices truly matter. #UniteForGirls
@WezeshaGirls

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

Ending child marriage is everyone's responsibility #UniteForGirls @WezeshaGirls @RaisingTeensUg2

[Wezesha Girls Network-Ug🇺🇬 @WezeshaGirls]

The girls @extend_uganda lit up the stage with a skit about staying in school isn’t about lessons but unlocking doors to opportunity and a brighter future
Their great message reminded us that every classroom is a future built and every dropout is a dream deferred #UniteForGirls.

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

We were delighted to be part of this initiative#UniteForGirls thank you @RaisingTeensUg2

[Raising Teenagers Uganda🇺🇬 @RaisingTeensUg2]

One of the most powerful moments at today’s #UniteForGirls was a skit by our partner @extend_uganda that showed what child marriage can look like in real life.

Through the skit, pupils saw how forcing a girl into marriage too early can make her drop out of school, take away her childhood and stop her from chasing her dreams.

It sparked important conversations and helped pupils understand that every girl has the right to go to school, be safe, be heard, enjoy her childhood and decide what she wants for her future.
It is our responsibility to let girls learn, grow and dream.
#EndChildMarriage

[Raising Teenagers Uganda🇺🇬 @RaisingTeensUg2]

One of the most powerful moments at today’s #UniteForGirls was a skit by our partner @extend_uganda that showed what child marriage can look like in real life.

Through the skit, pupils saw how forcing a girl into marriage too early can make her drop out of school, take away her childhood and stop her from chasing her dreams.

It sparked important conversations and helped pupils understand that every girl has the right to go to school, be safe, be heard, enjoy her childhood and decide what she wants for her future.
It is our responsibility to let girls learn, grow and dream.
#EndChildMarriage

[Extend A Life initiative Uganda @extend_uganda]

Last Friday, we conducted a capacity building training in financial literacy for our beneficiaries in Bembe Parish this was aimed at equipping the beneficiaries with more knowledge around financial management strategies to help them in the smooth running of their IGAs.