Esaete Foundation

15/04/2026

There is no single solution to sexual violence. So we stopped looking for one.

Over the years, the work has been layered, not linear. It starts with knowledge. When girls understand their bodies, their rights, and what consent actually means, they are harder to mislead and harder to silence.

Then leadership. Because confidence and critical thinking change how someone responds, not just for themselves, but for others around them.

Then safe spaces. Because no one can speak, heal, or grow in an environment that isn’t safe enough to hold them.

And finally, advocacy. Because if systems don’t change, individual progress hits a ceiling.

This is what prevention actually looks like. Not a campaign. A system.

👇 What do you think is missing in how we approach this work today?

14/04/2026

It is hearts warming to serve people. We are glad to be members Girls Not Brides - Uganda National Alliance

13/04/2026

It was such a beautiful, engaging and informative Menstrual Health Symposium.

12/04/2026

It was a lovely day to do , thanks for the great work

12/04/2026

This is evening in Kole district

12/04/2026

On 9th April, Esaete Foundation joined other partner organizations and community members to carry out a charity outreach at Kasokoso slum in Bweyogerere Subcounty. This outreach focused on supporting children from vulnerable families to stay in school and learn with dignity.

Over 500 school going children received scholastic materials such as books, pencils, pens, and other essential supplies. These items support daily learning and help children participate fully in class. Vulnerable girls also received sanitary pads. Lack of menstrual products remains a serious challenge for many girls living in slum communities. Many miss school days every month because they do not have safe and reliable materials. Providing sanitary pads helps girls stay in school, protect their health, and maintain their confidence. The day brought together partners, volunteers, teachers, and community leaders who share one goal. Support children. Protect girls. Strengthen families. We saw joy on the faces of children. We saw gratitude from parents. We saw what partnership can achieve when people act with purpose.

Esaete Foundation appreciates all partner organizations and individuals who contributed resources, time, and commitment to make this outreach possible. Your support continues to create practical change in the lives of vulnerable children and girls.

Small acts of kindness create real impact. When communities work together, children stay in school and girls move forward with confidence.

12/04/2026

Esaete Foundation was proud to stand as a partner during the Good Deeds Day Uganda national celebrations held on 10 April at Olive Schools Namugongo. Organising and putting together this national event created space for connection, service, and shared purpose. Over 80 organisations and 15 schools came together. We saw young people, teachers, and community leaders share moments of joy, happiness, and laughter as they committed to doing good in their communities.

There is power in partnerships and collaboration. When organisations stand together, impact grows faster and reaches further. Your collective effort showed what is possible when hearts and hands unite for a common cause. We continue to spread seeds of kindness, compassion, and generosity among children and young people. These simple actions build confident learners, safer schools, and stronger communities.

We celebrate Hope Nankunda, Country Mobiliser, for her leadership and her dedication to bringing good doers together across Uganda. Your coordination created a platform where service, volunteerism, and community spirit could thrive.

We also appreciate our fellow partners and networks who made this day meaningful: Wezesha Girls Network Uganda, Concern for the Girl Child, VOW for Girls, Girls Not Brides - Uganda National Alliance , Anthill Foundation, Transcend Africa Foundation, Amity for Humanity Initiative Uganda, CivSource Africa



Together, we will keep building a culture of service among young people. Together, we will keep doing good.

18/03/2026

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08/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, Esaete Foundation joins the global movement under the theme “Give To Gain.” The theme reminds us that when we invest in women and girls, everyone benefits. Giving opportunities, resources, education, mentorship, and support creates stronger families, resilient communities, and inclusive economies.

Across Uganda and around the world, women continue to lead, nurture families, run businesses, teach, heal communities, and drive social change. Their strength and determination build the foundation for a more just and equal society.

At Esaete Foundation, we believe progress grows when communities give women space to lead, speak, and thrive. When we give support, protection, knowledge, and opportunity to women and girls, we all gain a better future.

Today we celebrate the courage, leadership, and resilience of every woman. Let us continue to stand together, support one another, and work for a world where every woman and girl lives with dignity, safety, and opportunity.

Happy International Women’s Day 2026.

13/02/2026

During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence, Esaete Foundation partnered with Women of Uganda Network to deliver a Women Entrepreneurship training focused on digital safety and digital business tools. As the Esaete Foundation, we facilitated two practical sessions designed to strengthen women-led businesses in an increasingly digital economy.
The first session focused on digital safety and cybersecurity for women entrepreneurs. We unpacked what digital security means in practical terms, protecting confidential information, maintaining data integrity, and ensuring business systems remain accessible. We discussed real threats affecting women in Uganda, including phishing scams, social engineering, weak passwords, account takeovers, and hacking of WhatsApp and Facebook business pages. We shared local examples of business owners losing access to their accounts and customers due to poor security practices.
Participants learned how to create strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication, identify suspicious links, secure their devices and Wi Fi, and monitor accounts for unusual activity. The session emphasised that when a woman’s business account is compromised, the impact is immediate. Income is interrupted, customer trust is shaken, and reputation is damaged. Digital security is therefore not separate from business growth. It is central to it.
The second session focused on digital tools for entrepreneurship management. We explored how women can use simple and accessible platforms to improve efficiency, reach more customers, and manage operations better. Many small businesses operate informally without structured record-keeping or clear marketing strategies. We introduced tools for tracking finances, managing customers, strengthening online presence, improving branding, and using digital marketing strategically.
The training highlighted that today’s marketplace extends beyond physical shops. Mobile internet usage in Uganda continues to grow, and social media platforms have become powerful business spaces. Women entrepreneurs who understand how to use these tools effectively can expand their market reach, reduce operational costs, and make data-informed decisions.
By the end of the training, participants had gained practical skills to protect their digital assets, safeguard customer information, and build more resilient businesses. They left with greater confidence to use technology not only for visibility, but for structured growth and sustainability.
Esaete Foundation remains committed to equipping women with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive safely and competitively in the digital space.

13/02/2026

Cyber Security and Digital Safety Dialogue for Girls and Young Women
Today, Esaete Foundation convened an online dialogue on cybersecurity and digital safety. The discussion focused on how girls and young women can remain mentally and emotionally grounded when facing large-scale online attacks, misogynistic rumours, sexualised harassment, and stigma. We shared experiences from Uganda and China. Yunshu reflected on how young Chinese women in the diaspora are targeted through coordinated cyberbullying and trolling, especially those studying abroad. The Ugandan context mirrors this reality. Reporting by the Daily Monitor indicates that up to one in three women online in Uganda experience gender based harassment, including sexualised comments, name-calling, stalking, and public shaming. Many women report stress, anxiety, and fear after such incidents.
Participants acknowledged that online violence affects more than reputation. It affects confidence, academic focus, leadership, and participation in public life. The dialogue emphasised the importance of recognising online abuse for what it is. Harassment, threats, and defamation are forms of gender based violence. Naming the behaviour helps remove self-blame and reduces stigma. We discussed the need to actively protect digital spaces. Using privacy settings, limiting personal information, blocking and muting abusers, and stepping away from platforms when attacks escalate are practical steps that protect well-being. Building grounding habits was highlighted as essential. Pausing before responding, stepping away from the screen, and reaching out to a trusted friend, mentor, or family member can reduce the emotional weight of online attacks. Setting boundaries with content also matters. Avoid repeatedly reading harmful threads. Curate your timeline. Follow communities that affirm your voice and work.
The conversation stressed the need to strengthen digital literacy. Many young women are not aware of where to report abuse or how to document evidence. Media reports by New Vision have pointed to the growing hostility in digital spaces affecting women and girls. This calls for continuous cybersecurity and digital safety training, practical guidance on reporting tools, screenshot documentation, and personal safety planning. Participants encouraged women to join support groups that act as strong support systems. Building sisterhood creates collective resilience. Organising regular networking events where women can safely share experiences, learn from each other, and access referral channels for survivors was identified as a priority. We also reflected on the importance of using reporting mechanisms on platforms such as Facebook and Instagram. While responses may not always be immediate, reporting contributes to accountability and data that can push for stronger action.
Women in Uganda and beyond continue to face online harassment, yet they are organising, supporting one another, and reclaiming digital spaces. Safe spaces, peer networks, and informed communities remain key to protecting girls and young women both offline and online.
Esaete Foundation remains committed to building digitally safe, informed, and confident young women who can participate online without fear. We call on partners, educators, digital platforms, and community leaders to prioritise digital safety for girls and young women. If you would like to collaborate, host a training, or join our growing sisterhood, reach out and stand with us in creating safer digital spaces for all.

26/12/2025

Merry Christmas to everyone. Enjoy the holidays.