Community Concerns Uganda Initiative

Community Concerns Uganda Initiative Community Concerns Uganda Initiative (CCUg) is Non Government Organization founded on the pillars of love, hope and desire for change.

Community Concerns Uganda (CCUg) is a Community Based organization primarily working in Eastern Uganda in Jinja and Mayuge districts. The organization focuses on using education and skills training as a means of reducing poverty among women, children and youths. Our core programs include Group Saving Program (GSP) catering for women entrepreneurs, Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) for

adolescents and youths, Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) Sponsorship catering for orphans and other vulnerable children to attain education, adult literacy program for illiterate women, youth skilling catering for school-drop-out youths and crafts program.

Celebrating Success & ResilienceAfter a 6-months training, our beneficiaries under the Zoe Empowers Program got start-up...
19/04/2026

Celebrating Success & Resilience

After a 6-months training, our beneficiaries under the Zoe Empowers Program got start-up kits last week.

The majority have learned trades in tailoring and garment making, hairdressing, cookery, welding, and phone repair.

These startup kits will bridge the gap between vocational training and self-employment.

Different guests were invited to officiate the ceremony including Honorable Minister from Busoga Kingdom - General Duties, Jinja District and City Representatives, LC II respectively.

CC Zoe Empowers

This is Zephania a 16-year-old participant from Bisoboka Group C2 – 2025 and very proud to be studying carpentery as a v...
04/04/2026

This is Zephania a 16-year-old participant from Bisoboka Group C2 – 2025 and very proud to be studying carpentery as a vocational skill sponsored by from Kaitabawala Village, Jinja District.

During an interaction with him, he stated his professional dream goal of starting up an independent work station after his studies.

This will not only aid him achieve his profession dream but also be able to support his 3 siblings to attain standard livelihood status.

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Yesterday, we had the privilege of presenting on mental health at the first quarterly meeting of the Guidance and Counse...
26/03/2026

Yesterday, we had the privilege of presenting on mental health at the first quarterly meeting of the Guidance and Counseling Technical Working Group, held at the WHO offices in Kololo.

Organized by the Ministry of Education and Sports, the meeting brought together key stakeholders committed to supporting learners’ mental health in schools.

Our presentation shared challenges, opportunities, and lessons learned over the past 3–4 months. We emphasized:

-The urgent need to improve mental health literacy among learners, teachers, and parents.
-Strengthening referral and linkage networks to ensure timely support.
-Prioritizing early detection of mental distress rather than waiting for fully developed disorders.
-Generating localized evidence, tools, and approaches tailored to the Ugandan context.

We were encouraged by the collective commitment in the room and look forward to continued collaboration to ensure every learner has access to the mental health support they need.

Last Friday, we concluded the week by hosting a VSLA (Village Savings and Loan Association) leaders' training specifical...
09/03/2026

Last Friday, we concluded the week by hosting a VSLA (Village Savings and Loan Association) leaders' training specifically for young mothers at our offices. The session was designed to equip these leaders with the essential skills needed to manage their groups effectively, navigate internal conflicts, and maintain rigorous record-keeping and financial management standards.
During the training, leaders shared their best practices, allowing their peers to learn from their successes and adapt these strategies for their own groups' growth. Participants also worked together to identify practical solutions for common challenges.
The training included representatives from the following groups: Kiyunga, Busalamu, Walibo, Nakabaale, Kaluuba, Buwaya, Gonza, Buyengo, Matuumu, Mbulamuti, and Namwendwa.

Investing For Tomorrow Last week, over 143 participants were trained in financial literacy basics focusing on empowering...
19/02/2026

Investing For Tomorrow

Last week, over 143 participants were trained in financial literacy basics focusing on empowering them with essential money management skills with support from Zoe Empowers.

✅ Smart Budgeting: Learning how to track income, plan expenses, and make informed decisions about their money.

✅ Building Savings: Understanding the value of putting money aside for future needs and dreams.

✅ Achieving Financial Goals: Guiding them in setting realistic and aspirational financial targets, and creating a roadmap to reach them.

By providing these tools, we're not just teaching about money; we're fostering resilience, self-reliance, and the ability to confidently navigate their future. Every child deserves the chance to thrive, and financial literacy is a key stepping stone.

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While many tailoring programs focus exclusively on sewing, they often overlook machine maintenance and repair-frequently...
19/02/2026

While many tailoring programs focus exclusively on sewing, they often overlook machine maintenance and repair-frequently due to outdated gender stereotypes regarding technical skills.
At our training centers in Nakabaale, Matuumu, Naluwoli and Namwendwa, we bridge this gap by equipping out-of-school girls with both tailoring expertise and essential maintenance skills which include proper threading and bobbin installation, cleaning and oiling the machine, needle replacement and tension adjustment and basic troubleshooting and simple repairs.
We believe that true empowerment comes from understanding both the craft and the tool.

After a busy election season, we resumed our community dialogues. The sessions in Buyende-Kalaambo and Luuka-Walibo star...
13/02/2026

After a busy election season, we resumed our community dialogues. The sessions in Buyende-Kalaambo and Luuka-Walibo started with high energy and an impressive 80% male turnout. We covered critical topics including types of s*xual violence, the law, and how to report those cases. We wrapped up with a productive Q&A session, giving everyone a chance to share their thoughts and ask questions.

Male involvement in our community dialogues has always been minimal, as men often state they are too busy to attend. How...
25/11/2025

Male involvement in our community dialogues has always been minimal, as men often state they are too busy to attend. However, the most recent dialogue in Balawoli community surprisingly achieved about 90 percent male attendance. Much of the discussion centered on the perceived unfairness of the justice system, which many felt favored females.

A police officer at the dialogue explained several forms of s*xual violence, provided guidance on how to respond to different cases, highlighted the challenges law enforcement officers face when handling s*xual violence cases, and specified where to report if they felt their cases had been handled unjustly.

HIV Mass Testing!Previous week, we conducted Mass HIV Testing among 224 participants from external medical facilitators ...
21/11/2025

HIV Mass Testing!

Previous week, we conducted Mass HIV Testing among 224 participants from external medical facilitators in Buwenda Village.

Focused on health and future mattering idea to the lives of youths. Participants acknowledged in understanding HIV and taking charge of their well-being.

By understanding the risks as the first step to prevention on HIV/AIDS. OVC/Y learnt key drivers of new infections among young people including Unsafe s*xual practices, Poverty and transactional s*x and Low knowledge and compliance.

Finally, Medical facilitators argued participants to strengthen a combination of preventive methods such as abstinence, being faithful, correct and consistent condom use, HIV Testing & Counseling (HTC) in time.

YOUR STATUS

This week, our ACT Now Clubs in Nawanende, Namasagali and Matuumu (Kamuli District), together with Nakabaale, Nawansega ...
21/11/2025

This week, our ACT Now Clubs in Nawanende, Namasagali and Matuumu (Kamuli District), together with Nakabaale, Nawansega and Ikumbya (Luuka District), held powerful sessions on confidence and self-esteem for out-of-school youth.

It was inspiring to see young people open up, build each other up, and discover the strength they carry within.

Here’s to nurturing confident, empowered youth ready to shape their future! 🌱

This week, CCUg staff collaborated with the District Inspector of Schools in charge of Counseling and Guidance to conduc...
13/11/2025

This week, CCUg staff collaborated with the District Inspector of Schools in charge of Counseling and Guidance to conduct sensitization sessions for students in Namayingo District.
These sessions addressed critical issues including HIV/AIDS, teenage pregnancies, technology-facilitated gender-based violence (GBV), and emotional regulation for students. The sessions were held at Kifuyo SS, St. Phillips Lwangosia, Buswale, Buhemba, Banda, and Buhemba.
The goal of this initiative is to empower students to make informed decisions that positively impact their lives.

"Let’s talk about mental health”.Mental health matters to everyone. Just as we care for our bodies, we also need to care...
06/11/2025

"Let’s talk about mental health”.

Mental health matters to everyone. Just as we care for our bodies, we also need to care for our minds. This involves managing stress and anxiety, clearly communicating our emotions, building resilience in tough times, and offering emotional support to struggling friends and family. These are the key areas being emphasized in our mental health classes during our vocational education sessions in Matuumu, Namwendwa and Nakabaale communities.

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Nakanyonyi Complex , Kakaire Road, Bugembe, Jinja. Near Baba FM
Jinja

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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