PPDR Uganda

09/10/2026

Today we celebrate Uganda 🇺🇬
A country that opens its doors and its heart to refugees and families from every nation. May the colors of Uganda keep inspiring unity, hope, and a brighter future for all.
Happy Independence Day from all of us at PPDR! 💛

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06/10/2026

YOUTH OPPORTUNITY!

Are you a young youth with a business, skill, or great business idea but need mentorship, training, and support to grow?

i-UPSHIFT + Wezesha Impact are here to help you turn your idea or project into a real, sustainable business, with opportunities for mentorship, business development support, and seed funding.

Registration is open at our centre PPDR Salama Road and PPDR Luwafu Road

For more information, please contact our office. 0782923016 / +256 704 969702
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Your idea. Your skills. Your business. Your future!

29/09/2026

Today, we were honoured to join the one Youth one Heart Initiative at the launch of “Thrive Together” (Maman na Mwana) a powerful call to action for communities to stand together for every child.

This inspiring program places empowered mothers at the heart of change, recognizing their vital role in protecting children, strengthening families, and shaping a brighter future. It also champions the rights, dignity, and potential of the girl child while building communities where everyone feels seen, valued, and included.

Because every child deserves to grow up safe, loved, supported, and free to thrive.

The launch was filled with hope and purpose, from moving testimonies by OYOH participants and thoughtful community reflections to the joyful energy of children’s dances. Each moment reminded us that lasting change begins when people come together and take action.

When mothers are empowered, children are protected. When communities unite, inclusion becomes possible. Together, we can create a future where every child is safe, every family is strengthened, and every child has the opportunity to thrive.

24/09/2026

TODAY IN BUSHENYI SOUTH WESTERN UGANDA ANKOLE

There’s something special about bringing young people together to learn, share experiences and build genuine connections.

At the NOTU 2nd Annual Youth Camp, we’re learning about workers’ rights, digital skills, marketing, climate change and networking, while sharing knowledge and experiences with one another.

Beyond the workshops, we took part in a community matching and tree planting, putting our commitment to a greener and more sustainable future into action.

After a full day of meaningful activities, we ended around the campfire with music, dance and games laughing, relaxing, connecting and getting to know each other better.

Learning. Connecting. Giving back. Growing together.

23/09/2026

HAPPENING NOW | BUSHENYI DISTRICT, SOUTH-WESTERN UGANDA ANKOLE the 2nd Annual Youth Camp organised by the National Organisation of Trade Unions (NOTU), in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and Mondiaal FNV.

Under the theme “Green Economy, Skills Development and Trade Union Renewal,” There is a real sense of energy, learning and connection here in Bushenyi as young workers come together for the youth camp and engaging in honest conversations about the future of work, workers’ rights, skills development and the laws that protect workers in Uganda.

We are proud to be part of the youth camp as it also about something deeply of knowing your rights as Every worker deserves to feel safe, valued and heard. There should be no room for discrimination, harassment, bullying or abuse of power in our workplaces or communities.

We are especially happy to see refugee young people taking part in this year’s camp. Their presence reminds us that inclusion is not just a word it is about creating space for everyone to participate and ensuring no one is left behind.
And a special thanks to our partner Refugee Led Organization Network for making this happen
The conversations continue. The learning continues. And so does the commitment to building a future of decent work, stronger youth voices, human rights and solidarity dignity, equality, respect and inclusion.

17/09/2026

05/09/2026

Last month’s throwback.

At PPDR, we believe that learning a skill is not the end of the journey it is the beginning of a new possibility.

For refugee communities, access to practical skills can open doors. But a skill alone is not always enough. People also need the knowledge, confidence, and tools to turn their skills into sustainable opportunities.

That’s why our training goes beyond practical skills.

Through entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and Human-Centered Design (HCD), we encourage participants to think beyond:

“What can I make?”

and start asking:

Who am I making it for?
What value am I creating?
How can I reach my customers?
How can I manage and grow my business?
How can I turn my skills into a sustainable livelihood?

Because true empowerment is not simply about teaching someone how to do something.

It is about giving people the confidence, knowledge, and opportunity to decide what comes next.

We are proud to walk alongside our communities as they transform:

Skills → Ideas → Businesses → Opportunities → Brighter futures.

These opportunities can create meaningful change not only for individuals, but for their families and communities as well.

And we could not do this work alone.

A heartfelt thank you to our partners for standing with PPDR, believing in the potential of refugee communities, and investing in opportunities that create lasting impact.

NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council Refugee Led Organization Network UNHCR Uganda , International Rescue Committee Ugafode Microfinance

Together, we are building more than skills. We are building confidence, resilience, livelihoods, and hope for the future.

21/08/2026

Yesterday, PPDR hosted a community dialogue organized by UNHCR and NRC, bringing together refugees from different nationalities living within the community and the host community.

The dialogue created a safe space for refugees and host to come together, share their experiences and concerns, discuss important issues affecting their communities, and receive relevant information and guidance from UNHCR and NRC.

Through spaces like these, community members can have their voices heard, ask questions, share ideas, and strengthen connections with organizations working to support them.

UNHCR Uganda × NRC - Norwegian Refugee Council × PPDR Uganda

07/08/2026

PPDR was honored to be represented by Sumaya Awil our comms and advocacy champion at the 3-day Bill! Now Now Youth Summit 2026, organized by Reach A Hand Africa under the theme: “African Recharge: Youth Power, Bold Voices, Real Change.”

The summit brought together young people from across Africa to reflect on “The Africa We Want,” while learning from inspiring entrepreneurs and changemakers driving innovation and social transformation across the continent.

As a global youth movement, Bill! Now Now empowers young people to take charge of their bodies, culture, and destinies, fostering a community that is bold, resilient, innovative, and committed to creating lasting change.

The sessions on technology, culture, peace, and security provided valuable insights, fresh perspectives, and strengthened our commitment to empowering young people and building inclusive communities.

We are grateful for the opportunity to participate in these impactful conversations and look forward to applying the knowledge gained to continue creating positive change.

Together, we are shaping The Africa We Want.


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Sector Builders
Dynamics
Uganda
SRHR Alliance for Young People
Foundation

Youth Action Network - AYAN
& Inclusion
Voices Network

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Youth Panel
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Health Uganda
Creatives Alliance

13/07/2026

Happening now at PPDR Uganda Luwafu: A Community Leaders Legal Awareness Training session under BEACON PROJECT funded by RRefugee Led Organization Network on Refugee Rights and the Protection of Asylum Seekers. The training is equipping participants with legal knowledge and practical skills to promote access to justice, protect fundamental rights, and empower refugee communities through legal awareness and advocacy
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