Our Story
Open Space Centre is registered by the National NGO Bureau as a not-for-profit youth development agency that works to create dynamic spaces and opportunities for young people to fulfil their development and civic potential.
Founded in 2009, we have grown into a leading youth-led and focused agency with grounded experience in community youth organizing and mobilization as well as convening debate and dialogue platforms at all levels.
Beyond physical platforms, the organization has relied on the use of digital tools such as social media to bolster the delivery and outcomes of its programs. Open Space currently has a national-level presence, with a secretariat based in the capital, Kampala, and a network of partners and field staff spread across the country.
What
Non-profit, NGO, registered in Uganda, operating country-wide.
When
Where
Districts we work in:
Kampala, Wakiso, Mukono, Mayuge, Kumi, Mubende, Fort portal, Kasese, Bushenyi, Omoro, Pader, Lira, Bukedea, Mbale, Busembatia, Rakai, Sembabule, Gulu, Amolator
Who
- Secondary School Students
- University Students
- Graduates
- Youth out of School
- Communities
- Youth Leaders
- Young people living with disability.
How
- Mentorship and Guidance
- Community giving and volunteerism
- Youth civic participation
- Youth and SDGs
- Opportunities and ICT
- National platforms
The Problem
- Inadequate meaningful youth participation in the country's governance processes.
- Inadequate access to educational opportunities and information
- Inadequate representation of young people in leadership roles.
