Ujana Empowerment Foundation

Gayaza - Climate Change Essay Competition 2023
2023-06-08 | Gayaza High School, Wakiso, Uganda
On Saturday 10th June, the UEF team visited Gayaza High School in Central Uganda to launch its 2023 Climate Change Essay Competition.
About Climate Change Essay Competition 2023
In April 2023, the UEF launched an essay competition in some Ugandan high schools. The competition focused on the theme of “the impacts of climate change on the youth in Uganda and innovative solutions to the crisis.” As part of the competition, the UEF team made dedicated visits to seven schools across different regions of Uganda. By inviting the students to propose innovative solutions to address the challenges posed by climate change, the UEF sought to ignite their creativity and problem-solving skills. It aimed to instill a sense of urgency and motivation to enable the students to actively contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. After receiving essays from participating schools and selecting winners, the UEF intends to partner with responsible stakeholders to implement feasible innovative solutions for the winning essay writers. This partnership will ensure that the ideas put forward by the students are transformed into practical actions, making a tangible impact in addressing climate change.

Webinar: Is the African Continent Doing Enough to Reduce the Impacts of the Climate Crisis.
2023-06-03
On Saturday 3rd June 2023, the UEF held its third webinar, An open discussion on the topic “Is the African Continent Doing Enough to Reduce the Impacts of the Climate Crisis.” This webinar fostered a dialogue among participants, examining the current efforts and challenges faced by the African continent in addressing climate change. It aimed to generate awareness and promote discussions on the need for enhanced climate action in Africa.

Webinar: Green Entrepreneurship and Lifestyle Change to save planet earth
2023-05-06
On Saturday 6th May 2023, the UEF held its second webinar, “Green Entrepreneurship and Lifestyle Change to save planet earth,” which was presided over by Ms. Julliet Kakwerre, CEO of Cheveux Organique in Uganda. This webinar explored the role of green entrepreneurship and individual lifestyle choices in contributing to environmental sustainability. Participants had the opportunity to learn about eco-friendly business practices and sustainable lifestyle changes that can mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Lira - Climate Change Essay Competition 2023
2023-04-18 | Standard High School Lira, Lira, Uganda
On Tuesday 18th April, the UEF visited Standard High School Lira in Northern Uganda to launch its 2023 Climate Change Essay Competition. The team spent the day with students and staff members discussing key issues related to climate change and responding to the different concerns of the students.
In April 2023, the UEF launched an essay competition in some Ugandan high schools. The competition focused on the theme of “the impacts of climate change on the youth in Uganda and innovative solutions to the crisis.” As part of the competition, the UEF team made dedicated visits to seven schools across different regions of Uganda. By inviting the students to propose innovative solutions to address the challenges posed by climate change, the UEF sought to ignite their creativity and problem-solving skills. It aimed to instill a sense of urgency and motivation to enable the students to actively contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. After receiving essays from participating schools and selecting winners, the UEF intends to partner with responsible stakeholders to implement feasible innovative solutions for the winning essay writers. This partnership will ensure that the ideas put forward by the students are transformed into practical actions, making a tangible impact in addressing climate change.

Mwiri - Climate Change Essay Competition 2023
2023-04-15 | Busoga College Mwiri, Busoga College Mwiri, Jinja, Uganda
On Saturday 15th April, the UEF visited Busoga College Mwiri in Eastern Uganda to launch its 2023 Climate Change Essay Competition. The team spent a whole day at the school discussing key issues related to climate change and responding to the different concerns of the students.
About Climate Change Essay Competition 2023
In April 2023, the UEF launched an essay competition in some Ugandan high schools. The competition focused on the theme of “the impacts of climate change on the youth in Uganda and innovative solutions to the crisis.” As part of the competition, the UEF team made dedicated visits to seven schools across different regions of Uganda. By inviting the students to propose innovative solutions to address the challenges posed by climate change, the UEF sought to ignite their creativity and problem-solving skills. It aimed to instill a sense of urgency and motivation to enable the students to actively contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. After receiving essays from participating schools and selecting winners, the UEF intends to partner with responsible stakeholders to implement feasible innovative solutions for the winning essay writers. This partnership will ensure that the ideas put forward by the students are transformed into practical actions, making a tangible impact in addressing climate change.

Lango College - Climate Change Essay Competition 2023
2023-04-14 | Lango College School, Lira, Uganda
On Friday 14th April 2023, the UEF visited Lango College School in Northern Uganda to launch its 2023 Climate Change Essay Competition. The team spent the day with students and staff members discussing key issues related to climate change and responding to the different concerns of the students.
About Climate Change Essay Competition 2023
In April 2023, the UEF launched an essay competition in some Ugandan high schools. The competition focused on the theme of “the impacts of climate change on the youth in Uganda and innovative solutions to the crisis.” As part of the competition, the UEF team made dedicated visits to seven schools across different regions of Uganda. By inviting the students to propose innovative solutions to address the challenges posed by climate change, the UEF sought to ignite their creativity and problem-solving skills. It aimed to instill a sense of urgency and motivation to enable the students to actively contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. After receiving essays from participating schools and selecting winners, the UEF intends to partner with responsible stakeholders to implement feasible innovative solutions for the winning essay writers. This partnership will ensure that the ideas put forward by the students are transformed into practical actions, making a tangible impact in addressing climate change.

Moyo - Climate Change Essay Competition 2023
2023-04-08 | St. Andrew’s College Moyo and Moyo Secondary School, Moyo, Northern Region, Uganda
On Saturday 8th April, the UEF visited St. Andrew’s College Moyo and Moyo Secondary School in Northern Uganda where we launched our 2023 Climate Change essay competition. The visit to these esteemed educational institutions was met with enthusiasm and anticipation, as students and faculty alike eagerly welcomed the Ujana team with open arms. The day commenced with an assembly, where our passionate speakers emphasized the urgency of addressing climate change and its impact on our planet.
About Climate Change Essay Competition 2023
In April 2023, the UEF launched an essay competition in some Ugandan high schools. The competition focused on the theme of “the impacts of climate change on the youth in Uganda and innovative solutions to the crisis.” As part of the competition, the UEF team made dedicated visits to seven schools across different regions of Uganda. By inviting the students to propose innovative solutions to address the challenges posed by climate change, the UEF sought to ignite their creativity and problem-solving skills. It aimed to instill a sense of urgency and motivation to enable the students to actively contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. After receiving essays from participating schools and selecting winners, the UEF intends to partner with responsible stakeholders to implement feasible innovative solutions for the winning essay writers. This partnership will ensure that the ideas put forward by the students are transformed into practical actions, making a tangible impact in addressing climate change.

Webinar: Youth Participation in action against climate change
2022-12-03
On Saturday 3rd December 2022, the UEF organized its first webinar titled, “How can the youth actively participate in the action against climate change,” and led by Mr. Humphrey Mrema, Chairman of the Youth Survival Organization (YSO) in Tanzania. This webinar aimed to empower and inspire young people to take an active role in combating climate change by providing insights and practical guidance.
The UEF organizes online webinars to provide educational resources, facilitate knowledge exchange, and inspire young individuals to actively engage in climate action. By featuring experts and thought leaders in these webinars, the foundation aims to broaden perspectives, encourage critical thinking, and motivate participants to become agents of change in combating the climate crisis.
