ABOUT US
Afri-Youth Network stands as a refugee-led Community-Based Organization (CBO) with a dedicated presence in Yumbe District, Northern Uganda.
Our primary focus is on inspiring, mentoring, and empowering young individuals, guiding them towards self-reliance and fostering sustainable development across social, economic, and spiritual dimensions.
OUR BACKGROUND
In 2016, a significant influx of refugees and asylum seekers from South Sudan sought refuge in Uganda, particularly in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement, currently the world’s second-largest settlement accommodating 232,742 individuals. Notably, 87% of the population comprises women, children, and youths
OUR VISION!
To have Responsible, Empowered, Productive and Self-reliant young individuals.
OUR MISSION!
To empower young individuals
towards achieving Self-reliance and
Sustainability, Encompassing Social,
Economic, and Spiritual aspects of
their lives.
OUR THEMATIC AREAS
PROTECTION
At Afri-Youth Network, we believe every person whether from refugee or host communities has the right to live in safety, dignity, and without fear. Our Protection program safeguards the rights and wellbeing of vulnerable groups, especially children, women, persons with disabilities, and survivors of violence.
LIVELIHOOD
We provide tailored vocational training in areas such as tailoring, agribusiness, carpentry, technology, and small-scale manufacturing, ensuring that skills learned are marketrelevant and adaptable. This is when we give training on business management and financial literacy to young entrepreneurs, offer microloans to entrepreneurs, and empower artisans with garage tools to enhance their productivity and independence
Advocacy
We focus on key issues affecting our communities, including access to education, protection from violence, gender equality, youth participation, and socio-economic inclusion. Through dialogue platforms, community meetings, and stakeholder engagements, we ensure that the realities on the ground are shared with decision-makers at local, national, and international levels.
OUR IMPACT
OUR PARTNERS
