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As we approach May, a month when we remember Labor Day all over the world, consider Dr. Ssali’s proposition for an Ideal workplace model as he elaborately lays out the 5 key pillars necessary to achieve the desirable paradigm shift in the modern working environment. We also see the role that continuous mentorship plays in delivering development interventions and triggering critical mindset change. Catherine gives an exposition of how Corn Soya Blend plays a crucial role in Nutrition interventions in Kyaka II refugee settlement, the barriers that need to be addressed to ensure its sustainable use and an M&E’s perspective on the need for quality data assurance for effective Nutrition interventions. Lastly but not least, In Bidibidi refugee settlement, KRC is breaking barriers of access to legal aid by offering Probono legal services to host and refugee communities through legal awareness sessions and legal clinics to enhance awareness, protection of vulnerable groups and bring peaceful coexistence.I hope you find this issue insightful. Enjoy! … Click to read newsletter

In this month’s newsletter, we are thrilled to share inspiring stories of resilience, collaboration, and positive transformation from various initiatives supported by KRC-Uganda. Starting with the powerful journey of Rebecca Anyesi, a 37-year-old mother of five a member of the Tujikaze care group, embodies the success of the Maternal Child Health and Nutrition (MCHN) intervention. Through nutrition education, Rebecca transformed her family’s well-being, embracing self-reliance in vegetable cultivation using the Optimize Land Use Model. Transitioning to the Kyaka II refugee settlement, the Kulea Watoto Project takes center stage, addressing malnutrition through community dialogues. Collaborative efforts identifycauses and implement actionable approaches, creating a sustainable and nourishing environment. Engaging both community members and leaders, the dialogues focus on the correlation between nutrition and Early Childhood Development. Venturing into the Rwenzori region in Kakinga T/C, Bunyangabu District, we uncover a silent revolution in farming with the Food Security for Family Farmers Through Agro-ecology program. In Kakooga C, farmers embrace agroecology through the Food Security for Family Farmers program, showcasing enhanced productivity and environmental impact through integrated farm planning. Lastly, we turn our attention Kyokurorraho Produce Group in Kituru village stands out in the Young Africa Works Markets for Youth initiative, highlighting the transformativepower of collective collaboration in achieving economic prosperity. These stories highlight the enduring impact of community-focused initiatives supported by KRC-Uganda. As we celebrate these successes,we acknowledge the dedication and resilience of individuals and communities striving for positive change. Together, we continue to nurture healthier communities, one initiative at a time. … Click to Access The Newsletter