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Retain Orphan Girl Children in Schools in Uganda

Retain Orphan Girl Children in Schools in Uganda

Organization information

Kagumu Development Organization

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Summary

Girl Children of 12 - 24 years in Uganda dropout of school due to failure to manage menstrual health hygiene and lack of support like adequate food and school items. As such engage in child marriage, prostitution and are exposed to HIV/AIDS. The project will enhance retention of 1200 orphan girl child in school by empowering them with knowledge and skills in menstrual health hygiene practices and strengthening the economic power of caregivers through provision of improved agricultural inputs.

Project locations

Uganda

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