Sabiny Transformation Initiative, BEN Network Strengthen Inclusive Support for Children with Disabilities in Kapchorwa
Four Million shillings (Ugx. 4M) has been allocated to support families of children with severe impairments as a revolving fund to help caregivers start small businesses. This was revealed during a community engagement on identification, assessment, and development of Individual support plans (ISPs) for children in Kaptyana Sub-County, Kapchorwa District.Parents, head teachers, teachers, care givers, […]
Empowering Parents and Leaders in Kween: Ending Teenage Pregnancy and Early Marriage Through Positive Parenting
The Sabiny Transformation Initiative conducted a targeted training in Kween District, engaging 60 local leaders from Kaptoyoy and Binyiny sub-counties. This initiative aimed to strengthen community efforts in ending child marriage and teenage pregnancies by equipping leaders with practical skills and knowledge on positive parenting and adolescent development. Through interactive presentations, discussions, and Q&A sessions, […]
Empowering Girls in Kween District with Life Skills and SRHR Education
Sabiny Transformation Initiative conducted a successful life skills and adolescent sexual reproductive health rights (SRHR) training in Kaptoyoy and Binyiny sub-counties of Kween District, reaching 440 adolescent girls. The initiative aimed to equip girls with the knowledge and confidence to navigate adolescence, advocate for their rights, and stand against challenges like child marriage and teenage […]
Chekwemboi Sarah: A Journey of Transformation and Triumph
In the heart of Kapchemiryot Village, Ngoryemwo Parish, Kaptanya Sub-county, Kween District, where traditions run deep and societal expectations often weigh heavily on young girls, Chekwemboi Sarah’s story is one of resilience, empowerment, and transformation. Born into a humble family, Sarah faced the challenges that many adolescent girls in her community encountered limited access to […]
Training women on entrepreneurship and business skills focused on the (Village Savings and Loan Association) VSLA model
On March 3, 2023, the Sabiny Transformation Initiative (STI) conducted a training session for women’s groups in Chepayakaniet, focused on entrepreneurship and business skills using the Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) model. What is a VSLA? A VSLA is a self-managed, community-based savings and loan group that allows members—especially those without access to formal […]
Stories of change from families of children/youth living with disabilities
Sabila Hassan’s Journey to Healing and Empowerment My name is Sabila Hassan from Kaptokwoi Village, Moron Parish, Kaptanya Sub-county, Kapchorwa District. After my accident, my family sold all our land to fund my treatment. When that failed, I turned to local remedies, which led to complete loss of function in my hand. Thankfully, the Sabiny […]
Provision of medical support for children/youth with disabilities in Kaptanya Sub-county
The Sabiny Transformation Initiative conducted a medical assessment of 66 children and youth with disabilities in Kaptanya Sub-county. These children were subsequently examined with the support of a Pediatric Orthopedic and Eye Surgeon from Benedictine Eye Hospital, and recommendations were made for some of them to receive specialized care to help alleviate their conditions. Some […]
Life skills training with focus on Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Rights(SRHRs)
3600 girls and boys were reached and equipped with leadership and life skills to navigate the adolescence stage. They were supported (adolescent girls and boys) with knowledge focused on Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Rights to build their esteem dismantling biases surrounding girls, menstruation, menstrual hygiene management and gender stereotypes, promoting gender equality in all aspects […]
Engagement With 1200 Parents On Positive Parenting To End Early Child Marriages & Teenage Pregnancies In The Districts Of Kapchorwa, Kween, and Bukwo
1200 parents from the above districts were equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to overcome challenges associated with parenting especially when dealing with teenagers(both boys and girls). We created awareness of the dangers of teenage pregnancies and child marriages and how these deprive youngsters of reaching full potential with success. Presentations, plenary discussions and […]
Menstrual hygiene management
300 girls reached and equipped with leadership, and life skills focusing on adolescent sexual reproductive health rights and the creation of peer-to-peer support to prevent teenage pregnancies & child marriages. They were also given menstrual hygiene kits to facilitate them build their self-esteem.