HOW ROOTS TO RISE IS MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN 12-YEAR-OLD BABIRYE’S LEARNING JOURNEYIn the tucked-away village of Bulyansime, on the outskirts of Bugweri District in Eastern Uganda, a group of learners gather under a tree…Nov 12, 2024Nov 12, 2024
#IDG2024: How Building Tomorrow Fellows are Transforming Girls’ Education in their CommunitiesIn the spirit of the recent International Day of the Girl Child, we want to highlight the impact of two remarkable Building Tomorrow…Oct 14, 2024Oct 14, 2024
“The problem with the stigma is really about the stories we tell ourselves as a society.By Luiza Shamim Kakyo (C8 Fellow, Hoima District)Sep 18, 20241Sep 18, 20241
From Work to the Classroom — Judith’s Journey Back to SchoolJudith was just 10 years old in 2022 when her family’s financial situation changed. They could no longer afford Judith’s school fees and…Aug 27, 2024Aug 27, 2024
With a Wheelchair, David Can Now Dream13-year-old David Sengendo lives in Kangundu-Vumbe village, nearly three kilometers from Kangundu Primary School, in Mityana District. Born…Aug 14, 2024Aug 14, 2024
How Roots to Rise Helped Vincent’s Leap to Literacy12-year-old Vincent Rwele has always loved stories. But for a long time, he found it difficult to read them on his own. While his…Jul 12, 2024Jul 12, 2024
A Happy Back-to-School for VictoriaWhen 12-year-old Victoria Namutebi dropped out of Buye Primary School in Gomba District in September 2023, she didn’t expect to ever return…Jun 19, 2024Jun 19, 2024
BACK TO SCHOOL FOR 13-YEAR-OLD KIRABO AND HER SIBLINGSWhen Angel Kirabo’s parents separated in 2023, the family’s turmoil meant the 13-year-old and her two younger siblings had to drop out of…May 21, 2024May 21, 2024
FAITH KAYESU: It’s Back to School for 16-year-old Teenage MotherBy Joan Nanyonjo & Pauline NakyanziApr 17, 2024Apr 17, 2024
#IWD2024: How Building Tomorrow Women are Driving Sustainable Education ChangeOn this International Women’s Day, we shine a spotlight on the impact of an incredible Building Tomorrow Fellow. Cohort 8 Fellow Sarah…Mar 8, 2024Mar 8, 2024