Innovation Talent Academy ITA

05/04/2026

Today we celebrate hope, love, and new beginnings.
Easter reminds us that no matter the challenges, there is always a chance to rise again stronger.
To our community, partners, and all the amazing young people we serve — may this season bring you peace, joy, and renewed strength.

✨ He is Risen!

13/11/2025

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13/11/2025

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15/09/2025

Day 1: Mental Health Training at ITA

Today, we successfully kicked off Day 1 of our Mental Health Training under the Open Mic (Speak Your Mind, Find Your Peace) project in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement.

Refugee youth actively engaged in learning, sharing, and opening conversations on mental health, taking a strong step toward breaking stigma and building supportive communities.

We were honored to have the Youth Representative among the trainees, showing strong community support and commitment to youth well-being.

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to our facilitator from , a true professional, for their dedication and willingness to train and guide the youth.

Special thanks to our partner for making this possible, and to the community leaders and youth who gave this training a strong start.

This is just the beginning together, we are creating a future where every mind is cared for and every voice matters.

15/09/2025

🌿 Mental Health Training Begins at ITA 🌿

Today, Innovation Talent Academy (ITA) officially kicked off our Mental Health Training under the Open Mic (Speak Your Mind, Find Your Peace) project in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement.

This training marks an important step towards empowering refugee youth with knowledge, skills, and safe spaces to address mental health challenges and promote community well-being.

We are grateful to our partner for making this possible, and to the community leaders and youth who are walking this journey with us. Together, we believe that every voice matters and every mind deserves peace. 💚

10/09/2025

On Tuesday, Innovation Talent Academy (ITA) successfully commenced the community entry for our new project Open Mic (Speak Your Mind, Find Your Peace) under the Global Refugee Youth Network (Gryn) initiative.

We engaged local leaders in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement to introduce the project and secure their support in promoting mental health awareness among refugee youths. This first phase marks an important step in building partnerships and mobilizing youth leaders who will play a key role in the success of the project.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Global Refugee Youth Network (Gryn) for believing in and supporting locally-led initiatives like ours. Your trust and partnership enable us to create safe spaces for young people to express themselves and find peace.

Special thanks to the RWC III Youth Representative, , for joining and standing with us in this activity, together with the RWCs and other community leaders who embraced the initiative.

07/09/2025

This is how we started our AVY ACADEMY in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement
Keep update for more to come.

02/09/2025

Partnership Announcement

Innovation Talent Academy (ITA) is excited to announce our new partnership with The Avy Project through the Avy Academy. Together, we are committed to expanding access to quality education in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement and beyond.

Over the next 6 months, 500+ students will be inducted into a new schooling system using the Avy Apps platform 👉 https://avyapps.io.

This partnership marks another great step forward in our mission to empower refugee youth and communities through education, innovation, and technology.

We thank The Avy Project for walking this journey with us, and we invite our friends, partners, and supporters to continue following and supporting this impact-driven work. 💙✨

13/08/2025

On International Youth Day, Our Program Manager, Adore, moderated a powerful Youth Parliament dialogue with youth leaders, RLOs, RWCs, and partners.
Together, they identified barriers to meaningful youth participation and co-created solutions for lasting change in Kyaka II and beyond.
We are proud of this milestone and look forward to sharing the full report and documentary soon.
YIDA Youth Initiative - Youth Initiative for Development in AfricaArise Youth Foundation AYFBaraka BenedictDelphin Joseph BuyanaKyaka Bukere TukumbushanChristian Kayembe

24/07/2025

Youth-Led Action Against GBV at Bujubuli Secondary School 💜📚

Yesterday, our Program Manager, Birindwa Adore , and Executive Director Penemagu Gaston had the pleasure of attending a GBV awareness session organized by one of our inspiring team members, a volunteer under ITA’s Gender-Based Violence (GBV) office and a student at .

With passion and initiative, brought together her classmates for a powerful discussion on gender-based violence. The session was co-facilitated by our Program Manager, creating a strong bridge between youth-led advocacy and professional support.

At ITA Uganda, we are proud to see our volunteers taking the lead in creating safer, more informed communities. Their efforts remind us that impactful change often begins with simple, local action.

We applaud Daphine’s courage and commitment! 👏
African Youth Action Network - AYAN KRLON-Kyaka II Refugee-led Organizations Network Delphin Buyana Global Refugee Youth Network (GRYN) Faridah Luanda Ishimwe Shem Vanessa