Led by graduates and undergraduates of Kisubi University in Entebbe, Uganda, this project aims to promote community wellbeing by fostering the talents of marginalized young people, supporting mental health for everyone, and advancing gender equality.<\/p>\n
Based on a plan led by thirty women and a partnership with two schools (each with over 500 students), the initiative was carried out to promote sports and a mental health programme, alongside the founding of two community-based rugby clubs, with 50 members each.<\/p>\n
Sports serve as a source of support for those looking to improve their emotional and family wellbeing, while enhancing their physical condition.<\/p>\n
The student\u2019 work extends far beyond the classroom walls, offering a variety of activities and family counselling on mental health. They also provide training and education for children on different topics such as agriculture, rugby, leadership, financial literacy, career guidance, team management, first aid, and refereeing, creating a broader context for community development.<\/p>\n
The young participants, in turn, recognize how this work reinforces their own values: discipline, respect, integrity, perseverance, and solidarity. By taking on roles of team leaders, team managers, counsellors, first responders, referees and mediators and advisors, they are receiving true preparation for life.<\/p>\n
For more information on the solidarity service-learning projects at the University of Kisubi: https:\/\/servicelearning.unik.ac.ug\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"