December 21, 2024
March 8, 2023
International Women’s Day 2023: Achieving Gender Equality and Empowering Women and Girls in Uganda
International Women's Day (IWD) is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Every year, IWD brings attention to a particular theme, which is reflected in the activities of the day. In 2023, the theme
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March 2, 2023
#LeadershipSeries: Who Approach with a Quest of Local Government Leadership
In our previous blog post, we show the different aspects in which young people need to involve in leadership positions Link. Local government leadership positions in Uganda are crucial for the development of communities and the country as a whole.
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February 24, 2023
Social Media: A Catalyst for Community Transformation or a Tool for Misinformation?
Social media has become an integral part of our lives, transforming the way we communicate, share information, and connect with others. Over the past few years, we have seen how social media platforms have been used to mobilize communities, raise
Read MoreEmpowering Schools in Western Uganda Through SDG3
As the world continues to grapple with the impacts of climate change, poverty, and inequality, global initiatives such as the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have become increasingly important in our quest to build a more sustainable future. One
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February 20, 2023
Youth Participation In Leadership Positions
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
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February 16, 2023
SDGs Mini Projects and Community Awareness: Proper Waste Management
In 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
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February 13, 2023
Celebrating International Women and Girls in Science Day: How Open Space is Supporting SDG4 in Uganda’s Underserved Schools
On 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
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February 8, 2023
Exploring Uganda’s Progress Toward Sustainable Development Goal 9: Harnessing Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure in Schools
Creating 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
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February 7, 2023
The Role Of CSOs In Shaping Youth Leadership In Uganda
It 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
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