Leave No Child Behind: The Day of the African Child
The “Day of the African Child” has been celebrated in African countries since it was first initiated in 1991 by the Organization of African Unity, now known as the African Union. The day was initially created to honor the students who participated in the Soweto Uprising of 1976. On June 16, 1976 in Soweto South […]
Villagers Empowered!
An update from Akidi Brenda Nancy, Senior Empowerment Manager THRIVEGulu implements Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA) within all 25 Empowerment Groups established by THRIVE. Group members voluntarily save money from their small businesses each week depending on each individual’s ability to save. This money is invested into the VSLA for the good of the […]
The Determination to Thrive: My Experience in Uganda
By Anita Stetson, U.S. Operations Manager After I told my husband, Tim, that I had been hired by THRIVEGulu and wasn’t just a contractor anymore, the first thing he asked me was, “When do you go to Uganda and meet the team?” The question made me pause… it was one thing to talk about the […]
Reaching Rural Villages with the Mobile Mental Health Clinic
The Mobile Mental Health Clinic is one of the methods utilized by THRIVEGulu to provide Pyscho-Social Support to survivors of conflict. Recently, our team drove two hours one way to reach Lukwir Village to provide mental health awareness and medication. These patients live in rural areas that are difficult to reach and often neglected. Upon […]
Meet Agness: THRIVEGulu Empowerment Officer
“I love the many different services THRIVEGulu offers to the community!” Even before joining the THRIVE team as one of its newest members, Agness had heard about the positive impact THRIVE was making in northern Uganda. It was only natural that she would apply for the position of Empowerment Officer when the opportunity arose. Beyond the […]
Meet Lawrence: THRIVEGulu Counselor
Lawrence is one of the newest additions to the THRIVEGulu team. His past experience at the Center for Children in Vulnerable Situations, and his education in Social Work and Social Administration from Uganda Christian University have prepared him well for the challenging work of THRIVE. Like all of our counselors, Lawrence has completed the Trauma […]
We Have a Car!
With great appreciation for the Sorenson Legacy Foundation, we were able to purchase a Toyota RAV-4. The vehicle will enable us to increase staff safety, transport materials, and reach a broader geographical range. Our staff is excited and overjoyed!
Gender-Based Violence Training
Around the world, Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is an epidemic public health challenge. UN Women estimates that 35% of women worldwide have experienced either physical and/or sexual violence at some point in their lives. In Uganda, the estimate rises to at least 50%. Although GBV also affects boys and men, it disproportionately targets girls and women. […]
Our Innovative Approach
For many years, THRIVE’s Executive Director, Mick Hirsch, has been struggling with “traditional” approaches to mental health care for refugees and other survivors of conflict. A graduate of the Harvard Program in Refugee Trauma, Mick was taught to think “outside the box” – to challenge Western methods, and instead listen to the unique cultural, traditional and […]
