Network of ECD Actors in Uganda

NECDA is a dynamic, multi stakeholder network dedicated to advancing holistic Early Childhood Development (ECD) across Uganda.

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

This is how understanding is built.
This is how implementation begins.

#StrongBeginningsBrightFutures #ECCEPolicyUG #ECD

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

Policy becomes meaningful when people can see it, experience it, and connect with it.

At the National ECCE Exposition, NECDA members transformed ideas into practical demonstrations of what quality early childhood development looks like in action.

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

The conversation now shifts towards alignment, learning, and collective action across the sector.
#StrongBeginningsBrightFutures #ECCEPolicyUG

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

Momentum must be sustained beyond the launch.

NECDA is convening members for a post-launch reflection and coordination meeting as the network transitions from mobilisation to implementation of the #ECCEPolicy.

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

As countries across Africa work to strengthen investment in the early years, platforms like these are critical for shared learning, reflection, and collective action.

NECDA is proud to contribute to shaping the regional dialogue on early childhood development.

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

Early childhood development is increasingly becoming a continental priority and Uganda’s experience is part of that conversation.

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

At the regional ECD forum in Kigali, Rwanda, NECDA’s Chairperson engaged regional and global actors in discussions on the evolution of the network, lessons from Uganda’s ECD landscape, and the importance of coordinated systems, partnerships, and implementation.

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

As conversations around mental health continue globally, strengthening early childhood systems must remain central to prevention, wellbeing, and long term human development.
#MentalHealthMonth
#EarlyChildhoodUg

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

Mental Health outcomes are shaped long before adulthood.

The quality of care, protection, relationships, and early learning environments experienced in the early years has lasting implications for emotional wellbeing, resilience, learning, and social development.

[UNICEF Uganda @UNICEFUganda]

Vaccines save lives — but only if they reach every child.

Check your child’s immunization card and complete any missed doses.

Together, we can protect every child.

#VaccinesWork #InvestInUGchildren

[Early Childhood Development Action Network (ECDAN) @ECDAction]

At the #ECDFinancingForum in Kigali, leaders called for action over commitments: turn evidence into practical solutions, act with urgency, and ensure every financing tool reaches every child everywhere—in the home, community, and earliest years. #InvestingInTheEarlyYears

[The African Early Childhood Network @af_ecn]

The Investing in the Early Years: Global Technical Financing Forum is now underway in Kigali, Rwanda.

Governments, donors, advocates, and technical partners are coming together to address financing barriers, identify opportunities for reform, and advance innovative, sustainable investments for young children and families.
#IStand4Children #ECDFinancingForum #InvestingInTheEarlyYears #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment

[The African Early Childhood Network @af_ecn]

350M children globally lack access to childcare. This isn't just a gap in care; it’s a barrier to family welfare and women’s economic empowerment. In Kigali, we’re turning these gaps into sustainable investment opportunities.
Join the conversation: https://t.co/Ly1qrCdmMa

#IStand4Children #ECDFinancingForum #InvestingInTheEarlyYears
@ECDAction @Rwanda_Child @UNICEF @WHO @UnescoEast

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

NECDA is turning alignment into implementation across the network.

#StrongBeginningsBrightFutures #ECCEPolicyUG

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

Systems do not change through policy alone , they change through alignment.

At the #ECCEPolicy launch, leaders across key institutions stepped forward with clear commitments, signalling a coordinated shift towards stronger, accountable early childhood systems.

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

This is how policy moves from paper to people, and from intention to impact.

NECDA is committed to coordinating and mobilising actors to ensure the #ECCEPolicy is understood, adopted, and implemented across communities.

#StrongBeginningsBrightFutures

[The AfriChild Centre @AfriChildCentre]

A key shift separates childcare and early education:
• 0 to 3 years, childcare
• 3 to 6 years, nursery education
This helps ensure age-appropriate support at every stage.

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

We are mobilising the full network ,civil society, partners and practitioners to turn this policy into real, coordinated action on the ground for Uganda’s children.
From launch to delivery.

#ECCEWalkUG #StrongBeginningsBrightFutures #ECCEPolicyUG #AbaanaBaffe

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

Commitment made. Implementation begins.
At the national launch of the ECCE Policy 2025, NECDA put it in writing.
@Necda_ug commits to full implementation.

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

We stand ready to convene stakeholders, bridge policy and practice, and drive implementation across civil society, development partners, and communities.
Every child deserves a strong start. Together, we are building it.

#ECCEWalkUG #StrongBeginningsBrightFutures #AbaanaBaffe

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

“Uganda is stepping up for its youngest citizens.
The launch of the ECCE Policy 2025 sets a bold target: reaching 2 million children with quality early childhood care and education by 2030.

https://t.co/TT8eHvQAq7

[Network of ECD Actors in Uganda @Necda_ug]

At NECDA, we have been mobilising actors, aligning efforts, and walking alongside government to make this happen.
This policy is not just a document — it is a system-wide commitment we must now turn into coordinated action on the ground.