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THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL AND CULTURAL NORMS ON UGANDA’S CHILD MARRIAGE AND TEENAGE PREGNANCY CRISIS

One of the main drivers of child marriage and teenage pregnancy in Uganda are the social, cultural norms and traditions as stated in the National Strategy to end child marriage and teenage pregnancies 2022/2023 – 2026/ 2027. It is a sad reality that in many communities a girl is seen as an economic asset and marrying her off early ensures that the family receives dowry which can be a source of income for most households.

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CHILD MARRIAGE IN UGANDA: LEGAL AND POLICY GAPS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

In Uganda, like other East- African countries, Child marriage is one of the significant drivers of
adolescent pregnancy. 8.9 million Girls aged 10–19 are at risk of harmful practices, including
child marriage, teenage pregnancy and FGM, this represent nearly 27% of the country’s total population of 43.7 million; and in a country with the world’s lowest median age of 15 years.

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PERIOD POVERTY AND CHILD MARRIAGE: THE HIDDEN STRUGGLES OF UGANDAN GIRLS

Period poverty exacerbates the vulnerability of girls to child marriage. When girls do not have access to menstrual products, they are often forced to stay home from school during their periods. This leads to gaps in their education and limits their opportunities for economic independence. Additionally, the lack of proper sanitation facilities can lead to health issues and infections, further increasing their dependence on others for care and support.

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THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE AFRICAN CHILD 2024

The International Day of the African Child is a day dedicated to raising awareness about the rights and well-being of African children. One of the most pressing issues facing African children today is access to quality education. Despite progress in recent years, many children in Africa still do not have access to basic education, and those who do often receive a substandard education that does not adequately prepare them for the future.
In 2024, the theme for the DAC is ‘Education for all children in Africa: the time is now’.

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WORLD DAY AGAINST CHILD LABOUR 2024

On June 12th, Joy for Children-Uganda joins the global community in commemorating the World Day Against Child Labor under the theme “Let’s Act on Our Commitments: End Child Labor!” .World Day against Child Labor is an annual observance held on June 12 to highlight the plight of child laborers and to promote efforts to eliminate child labor. The day was first proclaimed by the International Labor Organization (ILO) in 2002.

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CELEBRATING A DECADE OF MENSTRUAL HYGIENE AWARENESS

As we celebrate the Menstrual Hygiene Day themed “Together for a period friendly world” on May 28th, Joy for Children Uganda takes immense pride in reflecting on the achievements and progress made in promoting menstrual health and hygiene across the country. Over the past decade, Menstrual Hygiene Day has grown into a powerful movement, shedding light on the
importance of menstrual health, breaking taboos, and empowering women and girls to manage their menstruation with dignity and confidence.

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EMPOWERING EVERY CHILD

At Joy for Children Uganda, our mission is to create an inclusive world where every child, regardless of their abilities, has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. Your unwavering support has been instrumental in driving this vision forward, and today, we invite you to join us in reinforcing our commitment to children with special needs.