People were created to enjoy life. But sometimes, there are so many challenges that people find different ways to cope, which may even be suicide or conflicts with others. Challenges are always tough, but they…
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Rebuilding Life
Life is a journey full of hills and valleys. At times we are in valleys and at other times on hills. It is always easier when…
Read moreVolunteering with S.A.L.V.E. International
My name is Anniek Grasdijk, I come from Holland and study Social Work. For the last three months, I have done my internship at S.A.L.V.E. International at the Drug Rehabilitation Centre. I would really…
Read moreI tried to poison myself but woke by the lake in the morning
A mother’s love should be pure, natural, unconditional, and selfless. It is patient, forgiving and present. It’s a tie that binds, a bond that can never be broken. It really takes a lot a…
Read moreLooking Above and Beyond
The last few days were all about drive for change.
I can still feel the scissors in my hand after cutting out more than 200 little wheels…
Read moreBringing a Happy Resolution
This is the true story of Emmanuel*. Emmanuel is in primary seven and he stays with his aunt in the village. Emmanuel’s dad died when he…
Read moreWhy I am putting on a primary school uniform for a week
This year, for my Inequality Challenge, I will be wearing a primary school uniform for a week.
My objective in dressing like a school child is to reflect on how children learn moral values…
Read moreSetting creativity and planning in motion – a week of banging in the nails
It has been great to see the children as well as staff and volunteers to join in and enjoy crafty activities – second week brought in mindful fun as well as hammer banging art…
Read moreThe Life of a Young Boy Called Jim
Jim* is a boy of 16 years, born in Iganga town. His parents are both alive but they divorced when he was still young and his father remarried. To begin with, he had a…
Read moreI Will Find You
Independence is ‘the state of freedom from control where one is not subjected to authority.’ But this is not the best for children to embrace by leaving homes to run to the streets, seeking…
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