About Us
Busoga Young Mothers Foundation is a community-based, non-profit organization located in Jinja, Uganda, dedicated to empowering vulnerable young mothers, teenage girls, and their families. Our mission is to equip young mothers with the knowledge, practical skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to build independent, healthy, and sustainable lives for themselves and their children.
We support young mothers through vocational skills training, education support, entrepreneurship development, life skills and mentorship, psychosocial counseling, reproductive health education, child welfare initiatives, and community outreach. By working closely with local leaders, schools, healthcare providers, and partner organizations, we strive to create safe, supportive communities where young mothers can thrive and build brighter futures.
Program at a glance
Why choose us?
Busoga Young Mothers Foundation empowers vulnerable young mothers and girls through vocational skills training, education support, mentorship, psychosocial counseling, and community outreach. Volunteers work alongside local communities, making a meaningful and lasting impact while gaining an authentic cultural experience.
Whether you are teaching, mentoring, supporting health education, assisting with administration, or contributing to fundraising and communications, your skills will help strengthen our programs and create opportunities for young mothers to build independent and sustainable futures.
Requirements
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and have a positive attitude, flexibility, and a genuine commitment to supporting young mothers and children. Basic English proficiency is essential, and volunteers are expected to respect local culture and community values.
Experience in education, healthcare, social work, counseling, business, agriculture, media, or administration is welcome but not required for all roles. Volunteers staying for extended periods may be asked to provide a police clearance or background check. Participants are responsible for obtaining the appropriate visa, travel insurance, and any recommended vaccinations before arrival.
Volunteer experience
A typical volunteer day begins around 8:30 a.m. with a team briefing and planning session. Volunteers then take part in activities such as vocational skills training, mentoring young mothers, teaching basic literacy or computer skills, supporting children's activities, assisting with community outreach, or helping with administration and social media.
Lunch is usually served between 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. Afternoon activities may include home visits, project planning, workshops, gardening, fundraising, or preparing educational materials. The workday typically ends between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m., leaving evenings free to relax, connect with the local community, or explore Jinja.
US$150 Week
Volunteers stay in clean, safe, shared accommodation near our project site in Jinja. We can accommodate up to eight volunteers at a time in shared rooms, separated by gender where appropriate. Rooms are furnished with beds, mattresses, mosquito nets, electricity, and access to clean water.
Shared bathrooms, toilets, a communal sitting area, and basic kitchen facilities are available. Wi-Fi is accessible in some areas, although connection speeds may vary. Our accommodation offers a welcoming environment where volunteers can connect, share experiences, and learn about Ugandan culture.
Volunteers receive three home-cooked meals each day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Meals include a variety of local Ugandan dishes such as rice, beans, matooke, posho, vegetables, fruit, eggs, chicken, and other seasonal foods. Drinking water is provided throughout your stay.
Vegetarian meals can be arranged with advance notice, and we do our best to accommodate other reasonable dietary requirements whenever possible.
During your free time, you can explore Jinja, the home of the Source of the Nile. Popular activities include visiting local markets, taking boat trips on the Nile, white-water rafting, kayaking, horseback riding, cycling, hiking, and visiting nearby waterfalls and cultural sites.
You can also attend local church services, enjoy traditional music and dance performances, participate in community sports, or simply relax and spend time with local families to experience authentic Ugandan culture.
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