Youth Inclusion and Empowerment Network - YIEN

19/03/2026

🎬 Exciting Collaboration Alert!

Earlier yesterday, we were honored to host Wakaliwood (Ramon Film Productions) at the
Youth Inclusion and Empowerment Network - YIEN Empowerment Centre for a courtesy visit and partnership discussion.

Founded by Nabwana Isaac Godfrey, Wakaliwood has put Kampala on the global map through iconic films like Ejjini lwe’ntwetwe,
Who Killed Captain Alex and over 80 other productions.

In collaboration with Bayimba Cultural Foundation, Wakaliwood is rolling out a powerful project to train young girls and women in filmmaking across several districts—including Kayunga.

Through this partnership, YIEN will mobilize 200 young women (18–35 years), including:
1. Young women with disabilities
2. Refugees & internally displaced persons
3. Girls from marginalized communities

🎥 The program will offer FREE three-week hands-on training in film production, opening doors to storytelling, creativity, and economic empowerment.

We are excited about this opportunity to amplify voices, build skills, and create pathways for young women in the creative industry.

Together, we are shaping a more inclusive and empowered future through film.
BAYIMBA RAMON Studios Wakaliwood Wakaliwood Film Industry Mastercard Foundation

14/03/2026

📢 WE ARE HIRING!

The Youth Inclusion and Empowerment Network - YIEN is looking for a female Instructor/Trainer in Tailoring, Fashion, and Design to support our vocational training program.

If you are skilled in tailoring, fashion, and design and passionate about empowering young people with practical skills, we encourage you to apply.

Women with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 31st March 2026
Location: Kayunga District
Send your CV and Cover Letter to:
[email protected] or [email protected]

Join us in empowering young people in rural communities with skills for independence and dignity.

10/03/2026

Earlier today, YIEN hosted the 1st planning meeting at the YIEN offices with representatives from 10 participating primary schools in Kayunga District ahead of the Inter-School Climate Change Debate 2026, scheduled for 31st March 2026.

This year’s debate will be held under the theme:
“Addressing Climate-Induced Violence Against Children, Girls, and Women with Disabilities: What Must Be Done?”

The meeting brought together teachers and school representatives from private, government-aided, and special needs schools to discuss the debate format, expectations, participation guidelines, and how students will contribute to climate action and child protection conversations.

The 2nd edition expands participation to 10 schools, with a strong focus on inclusion, ensuring every school includes at least one participant with a disability or special needs.

Through this initiative, young people will:
1️⃣ Raise awareness about the link between climate change and violence against vulnerable groups.
2️⃣ Develop innovative solutions for climate justice and protection.
3️⃣ Strengthen youth voices in climate and social policy discussions.

We look forward to an engaging and impactful debate on 31st March 2026 as students prepare to become champions for climate justice and inclusion in their communities.

08/03/2026

Today, we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of women and girls everywhere. At Youth Inclusion and Empowerment Network (YIEN), we remain committed to empowering women and girls including those with disabilities to lead, thrive, and shape their own futures.

From advancing education, menstrual health, climate action, and economic empowerment, we believe that when women and girls are supported, entire communities rise.

Let us continue to break barriers, challenge inequality, and create spaces where every girl and woman can dream, lead, and succeed.

26/02/2026

World of WARP (WOW) – Uganda Spotlight

This week, we are proud to be featured as a 2025 WARP Grantee!

Through eco-friendly basket weaving, mat making, and recycled backpacks, rural women and girls in Uganda are gaining income, skills, and confidence. With Weave A Real Peace - WARP ‘s support, we’ve strengthened production and delivered business & financial literacy training—turning craft into lasting empowerment.

Together, we are weaving opportunity and sustainability.

26/02/2026

27/01/2026

At YIEN, we believe real empowerment starts with hands-on skills.
Through our Livelihood & Youth Empowerment Program, vulnerable young people are gaining practical, income-generating skills that transform lives — from dependency to dignity, from vulnerability to opportunity.

We are equipping young people with:
🛠️ Practical vocational skills
📚 Financial literacy & entrepreneurship training
🤝 Mentorship and life skills
💡 Confidence to create their own futures

This isn’t charity — it’s capacity building.
It’s not just training — it’s transformation.
It’s not just support — it’s sustainable empowerment.

Together, we are raising a generation of skilled, resilient, and empowered young people ready to lead change in their communities.

22/12/2025

🎄Season’s Greetings from YIEN 🎄

As 2025 comes to a close, we warmly wishes all our partners, friends, and communities a joyful Christmas filled with peace, love, and hope.

This festive season, we celebrate the spirit of giving, unity, and empowerment—the values that guide our work with young people, girls, and vulnerable communities across Uganda. Thank you for supporting our mission to create opportunities, uplift voices, and transform lives.

May the New Year bring renewed strength, prosperity, and hope for brighter futures for all.

From all of us at YIEN, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

15/07/2025

Today, we celebrate the power of skills to transform lives, communities, and futures!

At YIEN Uganda, we believe that when youth are equipped with practical, entrepreneurial, and digital skills, they are unstoppable forces of change. 💪

From tailoring and hairdressing to ICT and eco-entrepreneurship, our vocational training programs empower young people — including girls, youth with disabilities, and rural changemakers — to build livelihoods, boost resilience, and break cycles of poverty.

This , we call on governments, partners, and communities to invest in inclusive, equitable, and future-ready skills training. Because when youth rise, nations thrive.

04/07/2025

YIEN Uganda 3rd Graduation Ceremony 2024–2025 🎉

Join us as we celebrate the power of skills, dreams, and determination!

Theme: “Crafting Change, Creating Pathways, Celebrating Skills, Dreams, and Brighter Futures of Young People.”

This milestone marks the incredible journey of our youth empowered through hairdressing, tailoring, ICT, and entrepreneurship. From passion to profession, they are now ready to transform their communities.

📍 Location: YIEN Vocational Training Centre – Kayunga
📅 Date: 12th July 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM EAT