We are a non-profit organization supporting street connected children get access to better education, health and vocational skills training for sustainability.
🔐 Data Privacy: Children's information should be treated with the utmost care & protection. Let's raise awareness about data privacy laws, advocate for age-appropriate consent mechanisms, & ensure that companies prioritize the privacy & security of children's data. #DAC2023
📚 Digital Literacy: Equipping children with digital literacy skills is crucial in enabling them to navigate the online space confidently. By promoting digital literacy, we empower children to critically evaluate information, identify risks & engage responsibly.#DAC2023
#ITCentre at SOS Children’s Villages Program location, a place where #young people meet and share creative and #innovative ideas in information and technology that can touch their lives for better in the future"#ICT4D#RightToEducation
In the slums of Kampala, near the Kisenyi bus terminal lives street kids. With no homes or formal education, they sleep on streets & use sacks as blankets, empty boxes as beds. @karibufound is teaching them chess, providing an intellectual tool that can help shape a better future
Thank you @digigrassroots & @OpenNetGlobal for the opportunity to mentor the #NextGen of digital rights advocates in the #DRLX Program. Such a great experience meeting brilliant minds with amazing ideologies. Can't wait to see the amazing projects implemented. @fafacodes@ISOCUg
"Every single child has the right to chase their dreams and develop every skill available to succeed. It's our purpose to continue breaking stereotypes and help build an inclusive world for #streetchildren#StreetwaysUg@streetchildren@mobileschool
It was a pleasure to once again meet up with officer Adeke of the #CFPU Malaba Unit at @PoliceUg. We have agreed to work closely to deliver on our common goals for good governance, address rising cases of domestic violence & fight against abuse of children's rights @momocherise
Today we celebrate the Acting Commissioner Child & Family Protection Dept @PoliceUg a Human Rights Defender & Activist / UPF Certified trainer & Counsellor @momocherise . Happy birthday to you and may you live long to defend the rights of the wananchi! @AKasingye
✍️Key challenges faced by organisations working with #storytelling as a tool for research:
- building trust with children & the community
- making sure that family and caregivers are involved
- provide short- and long-term psychological support
#CSCNetworkForum2021
#CSCNetworkForum2021
👏Thank you to our key speakers for sharing with us their conviction and passion for children's rights and giving them access to essential services
We are impressed by the size of the adaptability you take to ensure that #streetchildren are cared for
Changing the world for every #streetchild is a daunting task, but one that we are well placed 2 achieve together. We are very honoured to work with many communities and organisations in achieving this. Find out more about our programs here: https://t.co/mTXpx3xyxV
#StreetwaysUg
Yesterday, our #Street2School Project beneficiaries were excited to have a virtual reading class with #Alaiha_Athore who is a Creator Manager at The Green E-Learning School transforming environmental Education through publication of children's books.
#BooKDay@Educ_SportsUg
🆘The impact of #climatechange has serious consequences for one of the most vulnerable population groups:#streetchildren!
We support stakeholders who are already developing innovative specialized solutions aimed at protecting them
For more 👉 https://t.co/W68V2NoJMN
#COP26
"For many children & youths in UG, the street is their reality, forced to work as day labourers, or 2 beg, leaving little room for a childhood. Having neither a roof over their heads, nor enough money to pay tuition the children have no opportunity to attend school. #StreetwaysUg
To our team leader in Uganda @Jessenathank. Thank you for using your great leadership qualities to guide the team. Working with you is a pleasure, and your determination, persistence and patience are inspiring. As a @streetways_ug family, we wish you every success in the future.
Thanks for sharing the report @dhrlab@DefendDefenders . Our team greatly benefited from these trainings and we are honored for your fundamental support to #CSOs and #HumanRightsDefenders in Uganda. We look forward to more engagements in the future.
In June 2021, @DefendDefenders conducted a Digital Skills Training for improved efficiency in the delivery of human rights defenders’ work and advocacy using secure digital tools.
Check out the video report: https://t.co/cGvqY0h546
#DigitalResilience#Resources4HRDsUG
All children deserve access to essential services to get an education, healthcare and be protected from harm no matter where they call home and services that street children are entitled to but routinely denied even more so during the pandemic. #AccessForStreetChildren#IDSC2021