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 moreResettling children home – whatever the weather
During rainy season, some places in Uganda cannot be easily accessed by anyone, particularly in the mountainous areas such as Bugishu in Eastern Uganda. This is because many of our roads are not made…
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 moreRecruiting for Team Uganda Volunteers
Do you believe that no young person should have to live and work on the streets?
Do you believe that children who have lived on the streets…
Read moreMy Experience at the Drop in Centre
My name is Nabirye Tabitha; I have been a social work volunteer at S.A.L.V.E. International for three months now, after volunteering on the Manchester University partnership project last year.
I love working with children, although my…
Read moreWhy am I going to make decisions for men?
Hello, my name is Brenda. I am a female social worker and counsellor in Uganda.
I want to challenge gender inequality. The reason is that most times there is no say in things that happen…
Read moreWhy I’m trying to be ‘extra’ for a week…
A few weeks ago, I was having coffee outside a bar in Manchester, where I live. A homeless man came up to all of the tables asking for change or help to find somewhere…
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…
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