For a long time, we have been told and led to believe that young people are the future, but only if they actively participate in leadership positions, such as those in local government. Young people can make a significant contribution
Read MoreIn the sense of contributing towards the attainment of the 17 Global Goals by 2030, Open Space Center partnered with Towa Uchafu na Nusu - a youth group whose initiative centered on running campaigns focused on improving the waste management
Read MoreOn 11th February, 2023, the world celebrated International Women and Girls in Science Day. The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is an annual observance adopted by the United Nations General Assembly to promote the full and equal
Read MoreCreating a sustainable future is an important goal for all countries, and Uganda is no exception. One of the most important Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Uganda is SDG9, which focuses on Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. This SDG seeks to
Read MoreIt is critical that youth have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills in order to face future challenges. With a rapidly growing population and increased competition for jobs, it is more important than ever to instil in our youth
Read MoreThe Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of 2030 have adopted the motto "Leave No One Behind" to unite humanity in its pursuit of sustainable development. This motto serves to remind us that every human being, regardless of race, religion, gender, ethnicity,
Read MoreIt is clear that Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate Action is an imperative goal for countries around the world, especially those with low development such as Uganda. Climate change is having a significant impact on these countries, and thus it
Read MoreIn order to develop solution-based youth leaders, Open Space, in collaboration with the British High Commission, held community conversation spaces and a youth desk platform on the 24th, 25th, and 28th respectively, for youth administrators from Makerere 3, Katosi, and
Read More2023 marks the fourth annual International Day of Education and also marks a significant milestone in the journey towards achieving the sustainable development goal of quality education for all. Education is key to unlocking the potential of individuals, communities, and
Read MoreCompelling stories from the majority of Ugandan youth attest to issues of unemployment, poor leadership experiences, limited representation in decision-making processes, and lack of basic essential services like medication among many aspects that have increasingly put a hold on the
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