Our Current Projects
Thriving Through Play (TTP) – Global Fund for Children
A three-year initiative implemented by local organizations in Kenya and Uganda, with Similar Ground as a recipient partner. TTP supports children aged 6–12 in refugee and host communities to enhance mental health and resilience through play. The project uses creative arts, sports, games, and peer support to provide safe spaces where children can express themselves, build confidence, and strengthen social connections.
Peace and Reconciliation at School – UNHCR
Funded by UNHCR, this project promotes safe, inclusive, and harmonious learning environments in schools within refugee and host communities. It empowers students, teachers, and school leaders with skills in conflict resolution, mediation, and dialogue. The project fosters teamwork, empathy, and respect through workshops, interactive activities, and peer-led initiatives, helping schools become supportive spaces for learning and personal growth.
INSPIRE Project (War Child, Uganda)
Goal: Support conflict-affected children and youth in refugee settlements.
Location: Bidibidi Refugee Settlement, Zones 3,4 & 5.
Focus: Psychosocial support, inclusive education, teacher capacity building, community engagement.
Key Feature: Uses the Can’t Wait to Learn digital learning platform for ~600 children.
Impact: Improves learning outcomes and mental well-being of refugee children.
2. HEYO Project (SRHR Alliance Uganda & Cordaid)
Goal: Empower youth, reduce teenage pregnancy and child marriage, promote sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).
Location: Terego, Yumbe districts, and Bidibidi Refugee Settlement.
Focus: Peer-to-peer education, advocacy campaigns, youth-led health initiatives.
Impact: Teenage pregnancy dropped to 13%, contraceptive use increased to 31%, youth actively lead community advocacy.