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@AVSIUganda and the @Mglsd_UG are developing a strategy – a new evidence-based theory of change to implement cost-effective resilience and self-reliance programs for #refugees and hosting communities in #Uganda. @JMakohaOfficial @LEgulu

@AVSIUganda will implement #PRISMA, with @unimib as the lead, to strengthen healthcare in Northern 🇺🇬 improve access, quality & continuity of maternal, neonatal, child, oncology care for stronger local #health systems. Funded by @AICS_IT & @ItalyMFA Read: avsi.org/en/news-and-pr…

Two @FondazioneAVSI projects funded by @ikea_foundation & @UKinUganda have convened a Learning Summit in 🇺🇬 themed–Beyond Graduation, Building Market-Driven Pathways to Self-Reliance. We are sharing lessons & scalable impact from SMILES & Graduating to Econ. Resilience projects

During his opening remarks at the #SMILESandGERLearningSummit, John Makoha, Country Representative of @AVSIUganda, highlighted the power of integrating the Graduation Approach with Market Systems Development through the Sustainable Market Inclusive Livelihood Pathways to Self Reliance (SMILES), and Graduating to Economic Resilience projects. “Over the past 24 months, more than 10,000 households across Kyaka II and Kyangwali have taken meaningful steps toward resilience and self-reliance within settlements hosting over 267,000 refugees,” he noted. In a time of constrained humanitarian funding, integrated and evidence-based approaches matter more than ever. #SMILESandGERLearningSummit #beyoundgraduation #marketsystems #selfreliance #graduation @AVSIUganda @ikea_foundation @UKinUganda @FondazioneAVSI @OPMUganda

#Happeningtoday at @MestilHotel. @AVSIUganda is hosting the Learning Summit, bringing partners together to reflect on and celebrate progress from the Sustainable Market Inclusive Livelihood Pathways to Self Reliance (SMILES) funded by @ikea_foundation and the Graduating to Economic Resilience Project funded by @UKinUganda advancing self-reliance through the Graduation Approach and Market Systems Development. #SMILESandGERLearningSummit #beyoundgraduation #marketsystems #selfreliance #graduation @AVSIUganda @ikea_foundation @UKinUganda @FondazioneAVSI @OPMUganda

Sport is a powerful tool for physical wellbeing, social cohesion & economic opportunities. Guided by Olympic values—Respect, Friendship & Excellence, it builds connection even in defeat, a true enabler of peace.

@JMakohaOfficial @AVSIUganda @Official_UOC @drukare @iocmedia @RefugeesOlympic @RefugeesMedia With funding from the Olympic Refuge Foundation, between 2020-2026,Game Connect reached 28,812 youth (12,809 (44%) National,16,003 (56%) Refugee) [ON1] with sport and play activities, providing them with safe and supportive spaces to build resilience and foster social connections

Any form of sport plays an important role in well-being. Exercising helps our bodies to release happy hormones that support mental health. 25 mins a day 5 days a week is appropriate for #MentalHealth & less competitive activities often deliver benefits. Dr. Rita Larok @AVSIUganda

Kudos #GameConnect consortium @AVSIUganda @Official_UOC @RightToPlayUg @YSUganda @UNHCRuganda @GovUganda & @IOCMedia for the 6-years of transformational work with evidence on the success. Lets promote this with the support of GOU & the private sector @WilliamFBlick @Educ_SportsUg

I learnt life skills & to work as a team. I engaged in self-confidence, self-awareness & citizen & accountability. The sessions groomed me to express myself through the power of sports, I inspire the youth & I am a peer leader. Ambrose Otim @iocmedia, Young Leader @WilliamFBlick

Since 2010 @AVSIUganda & its consortium partners reached 28K young people in refugee & host communities across 🇺🇬 created safe, inclusive spaces to heal, connect & thrive in the #Sport4MentalHealth #GameConnect project. Thanks @RefugeesOlympic for this investment.@JMakohaOfficial

Improved psychosocial and mental resilience, increased social capital, reduced anxiety & depression levels - these are real results the youth are experiencing. Swipe to learn more about the impact stats of @RefugeesOlympic -funded #GameConnect project. #GameConnectSummit2026

Our @RefugeesOlympic -funded #GameConnect comes to a close this April. @AVSIUganda, in collaboration with partners; @Official_UOC @RightToPlayUg, @YSUganda @UNHCRuganda & @GovUganda is happy to showcase the results from the 6-year programme. #GameConnectSummit2026

Experts report significant improvements in maternal and newborn survival in Acholi and Lango. Enhanced hospital care and ultrasound services provide mothers with timely diagnoses, treatment, and monitoring, preventing complications and reducing deaths. #NBSAt430 #NBSUpdates

The #GameConnect engaged stakeholders from @MinofHealthUG @Educ_SportsUg @Mglsd_UG, devt partners & media to review its progress & share strategies for impact. Grateful for your commitment as together we support the mental health of refugees & hosts in🇺🇬–Jeroen @RefugeesOlympic

For 5yrs #GameConnect has boosted youth mental health thru sports. Our consortium’s combined expertise is our strength. To scale impact, stronger collaborations with Govt of🇺🇬is key @ all levels- Jeroen Carrin @RefugeesOlympic @Official_UOC @YSUganda @UNHCRuganda @RightToPlayIntl

#GameOnForChange🏅The #GameConnectGala2025 kicks off August 28–29 in Kyangwali 🇺🇬 Youth. Sport. Resilience. Join us, support #youth transformation. @RefugeesOlympic @Official_UOC @Educ_SportsUg @FondazioneAVSI @YSUganda @UNHCRuganda @RightToPlayIntl #ThinkSport #ThinkMentalHealth

Football star @Lumala12Abdu will join us at the Game Connect Annual Gala 2025 in Kyangwali. ⚽ His journey proves the power of sport in transforming lives. Join Us this August 28-29 in Kyangwali for the #GameConnectGala2025 #GameOnForChange #ThinkSportThinkMentalHealth

Over the years, I’ve seen how sport is more than a game, it’s healing, resilience & mental health. Excited to join the #GameConnectGala2025 in Kyangwali to celebrate voices transforming lives through sport. 👉 Will you be there? 🔗 lnkd.in/eWFXHFRJ #GameOnForChange

Tarasisio isn’t just training players - he’s building futures. ⚽ 🎯 Game Connect Gala | 28–29 Aug | Kyangwali. @UgandaOlympics @RefugeesOlympic @YSUganda @UNHCRuganda @RightToPlayIntl #GameOnForChange #GameOnWithGameConnect #GameConnectGala2025 #ThinkSportThinkMentalHealth