By Johnmary Tusingwire | project leader
Sanitary distribution to the poor urban school undergoing girl child project by Uganda Youth Skills Training Organization (UYSTO), established in 2017 under GlobalGiving, has significantly improved academic outcomes, knowledge and confidence for poor urban schoolgirls by addressing menstrual management challenges. However, a period-long gap in support has highlighted challenges that need urgent attention.
Key Achievements
Improved Academic Performance: Provision of sanitary materials allowed girls to focus better on their studies.
Reduced Absenteeism: Girls' school attendance improved during menstrual periods.
Higher Enrolment: Neighbouring schools saw increased transfers as girls sought this support.
Boosted Confidence: Sensitization campaigns reduced stigma and empowered girls.
Consistent Attendance: Improved menstrual health ensured uninterrupted learning.
Advocacy for dignified menstruation: Young girls are now advocates for dignified menstruation in Kampala schools.
Number of the beneficiaries: Over 2000 poor urban school going girl children have benefited from the project and we anticipate that a full project ending, at 100% funding, will have supported over 2500.
Challenges
Conclusion
Sanitary distribution to the poor urban school undergoing girl child project with its components; menstrual management and disposal awareness, has been pivotal in achieving academic excellence and knowledge for beneficiaries and it’s believed that the sustained support is essential to build on these successes and address current challenges.
Now that the project is at its last stage of ending, by having been funded at 90%, we would like to appreciate all our donors in all kinds; physical support, kind support, knowledge and encouragement that made us reach to this funding level of this project. Bravo Brave to all of you who have been actors in achieving this project. We are soon bringing a new project which is looking at general Uganda Youth Skills Training Organization’s sustainability, being driven by Yes, We Can campaign. The project will be construction of UYSTO’s training centre in Wakiso where we have been able to buy land.
Recommendations
Reinstating and strengthening the program will ensure menstrual management continues as a cornerstone of academic success for girls.
By JOHNMARY TUSINGWIRE | PROGRAMS OFFICER
By TUSINGWIRE JOHNMARY | PROGRAMS ASSISTANT
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