Sex is considered a taboo subject in many African communities. Many youth, especially girls who have been abused or raped, suffer in silence due to fear of stigmatization. Moreover, the Anti-LGBTQ law recently passed by the Ugandan Government reinforces the shame that some people may feel. The information about what to do in emergency situations can have a significant impact on someone’s life and how they cope with that trauma. This is why organizations like Ruth’s Ask Without Shame are vital because they offer free guidance and counseling services to youth anonymously via SMS and voice calls.

Our space is not just a place to study, but also a place to connect, collaborate, and have fun. We want our students to feel inspired, motivated, and supported by us and by each other. We are proud of what they have achieved so far and we look forward to seeing them grow and thrive in the future.

We invited five students from the current Rev. Nayenga Candidate class to do a job shadow at a local KBS Radio Station in Kamuli. These five students scored the top results in their EarlyBird practice exams, so they were rewarded with a tour and lunch at the radio station. We welcome future collaborations with any Ugandan business or organization that is willing to invite our students over for a job shadow. We want the students to experience first hand the many ways they can be amazing in their own communities. Below are the reviews from the student representatives.

The EarlyBird256 space is created to give children in rural Uganda a space to fully express themselves. One of the many ways we connect with the students is through our art workshops where they get to draw what they feel, so that the space is in alignment with their needs