Humanity Horizons

HUMANITY HORIZONS

Uganda's population is approximately 50,411,529 (World Bank (2020) is expected to reach 104 million by 2060, with a high growth rate of around 3.32% per year, influenced by a high fertility rate of 4.78 births per woman. 50.5% of the population are children aged 17 and under, with 41% of the population living below 1 USD per day. 64% of youth aged 15-30 are unemployed and are idle, affecting around 10.6 million young people, limiting their economic opportunities (World Bank, 2020). Despite free education, high poverty levels persist, 32% mental health issues affecting 16 million youth, high HIV/AIDS rates (66% girls), STIs, unsafe abortions, and high maternal mortality and 28% maternal deaths among girls aged 15–24 (World Bank, 2020; UNFPA, 2021). Poverty affects 41% of the population, with 50% surviving on less than $1 per day, a 25% education mismatch, and climate change reducing agricultural productivity by 30%. The youth population is expected increase from 21 million to approximately 29 million.

Youth empowerment in Uganda is crucial to address these challenges and equip young people with the tools and knowledge for positive change. This contributes to the Vision 2040 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 3 (well-being for all), SDG 5 (gender equality), SDG 10 (reduce inequality), and SDG 16 (promote inclusivity). Empowering youth ensures their voices are heard and needs are met, promoting meaningful participation and development.

Who we are

We build a culture that cares about present and next generation. Because youth are the future, we want them to be healthy, learn new things, and gain good skills. By helping youth, they overcome barriers and contribute positively to their communities using a win-win solution.

Our Mission

To prepare African youth to overcome barriers and make a positive contribution to their communities.

Our Vision

To create a future where every youth is a catalyst for positive change, leading vibrant, resilient, and equitable communities.

Core Values

PPeople: Ending poverty, hunger, and any form of human suffering, where all genders are free to live in their full potential life in dignity and equality.

Planet: Ending degradation and managing all natural resources, natural disasters, famine, and economic crisis while considering climate change in support of the needs for today and future generations.

Peace: Ending all forms of human rights abuse, children's rights abuse, and women's rights abuse while fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies that are free from fear and violence.

Cultural Tenets for Humanity Horizon

1. Youth Centered: We champion the potential of every young person, believing in their ability to drive positive change in their communities and beyond.
2. Inclusive Respect: We honor and respect all individuals, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and included, regardless of their background.
3. Environmental Stewardship: We are committed to protecting and nurturing the environment, understanding that a healthy planet is essential for the well-being of future generations.
4. Never Give up: We embrace a culture of lifelong learning, encouraging youth to develop new skills and knowledge to adapt and thrive in a changing world.
5. Integrity and Transparency: We operate with the highest standards of integrity and transparency, building trust through honest and ethical actions in all our endeavors.

What do we do?

1. Education Sector Reform & Policy Development

We transform Uganda’s education system through policy innovation, curriculum reform, research, and partnerships. By integrating climate change education into secondary schools, we prepare youth to lead sustainable development. Our work ensures equitable, accessible, and high‑quality learning that equips the next generation to protect the planet and drive societal progress.

1. Roots of Resilience Program:

Humanity Horizons prepares young people and communities with vocational skills, climate‑smart agriculture, clean water access, inclusive healthcare, and policy reform to build climate‑ready, self‑reliant communities. Through Climate Action & Skills Hubs, WASH projects, health outreach, and green job creation, the program empowers women and youth, strengthens governance, and delivers scalable, sustainable impact, transforming vulnerability into opportunity and ensuring that resilience takes root for generations to come.

Objectives

To elevate youth through health, education, and well-being, combat hunger, empower individuals with essential skills, and shape policies for sustainable development.

Key Program Components

1. Health and Wellness: Elevating youth health through WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), nutrition, maternal and infant care, mental health support, and cultural enrichment.
2. Education and Poverty Graduations: Providing Literacy programs for out-of-school youth., vocational skills, and project-based learning in secondary schools to foster sustainable livelihoods and economic independence.
3. Food Security and Policy Advocacy: Combating climate change and hunger with innovative agricultural practices and sustainable food solutions, while shaping policies for social justice and sustainable development through rigorous evaluation and advocacy.

What Problem are we soling?

Uganda's population is approximately 50,411,529 (World Bank (2020) is expected to reach 104 million by 2060, with a high growth rate of around 3.32% per year, influenced by a high fertility rate of 4.78 births per woman. 50.5% of the population are children aged 17 and under, with 41% of the population living below 1 USD per day. 64% of youth aged 15-30 are unemployed and are idle, affecting around 10.6 million young people, limiting their economic opportunities (World Bank, 2020). Despite free education, high poverty levels persist, 32% mental health issues affecting 16 million youth, high HIV/AIDS rates (66% girls), STIs, unsafe abortions, and high maternal mortality and 28% maternal deaths among girls aged 15–24 (World Bank, 2020; UNFPA, 2021). Poverty affects 41% of the population, with 50% surviving on less than $1 per day, a 25% education mismatch, and climate change reducing agricultural productivity by 30%. The youth population is expected increase from 21 million to approximately 29 million.

Youth empowerment in Uganda is crucial to address these challenges and equip young people with the tools and knowledge for positive growth mindset. This contributes to the Vision 2040 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 3 (well-being for all), SDG 5 (gender equality), SDG 10 (reduce inequality), and SDG 16 (promote inclusivity). Empowering youth ensures their voices are heard and needs are met, promoting meaningful participation and development.

What we do.

At Humanity Horizon, we are committed to empowering Uganda's youth through our Youth Empowerment Program (YAP). The statistics reveal critical challenges: 78% of the population is of school-going age, yet only 80% enter primary school (UNICEF, 2021). Alarmingly, 30% drop out, with girls disproportionately affected (Uganda Bureau of Statistics, 2022). Secondary school enrollment stands at 55%, with dropout rates of 20% for boys and 25% for girls (Ministry of Education and Sports, 2022). University entrance is merely 10%, with a 50% dropout rate, particularly among females (National Council for Higher Education, 2023). Additionally, 12% of youth become teenage parents (Uganda Demographic and Health Survey, 2021). YAP addresses these issues by promoting education, health and food Security, empowering youth to overcome barriers and contribute positively to their communities.

Inputs

We harness funding, expertise, and partnerships to fuel bold climate action, youth empowerment, and community transformation across Uganda and Africa.

Activities

We establish Climate Action Hubs, train youth leaders, and restore degraded land, turning local passion into coordinated, scalable climate resilience.

Outputs

We create skilled, empowered communities and restore thriving ecosystems, embedding climate literacy and sustainable livelihoods into everyday life and local economies.

Outcomes

We strengthen resilience, cut emissions, and expand opportunities, enabling vulnerable communities to adapt, prosper, and lead in a changing climate.

Impact

We build climate‑secure communities driving Africa’s green transition, proving that empowered people and restored nature can transform a continent’s future.

Impact Overview

From the dusty roads of refugee settlements to the bustling classrooms of Uganda’s schools, Humanity Horizons has been rewriting the story of what’s possible when youth, communities, and nature rise together.

In just three years, we have empowered over 30,000 young people with the skills, confidence, and opportunities to lead — and reached tens of thousands more through peer‑to‑peer networks. Girls now make up more than half of our direct beneficiaries, breaking barriers in leadership, entrepreneurship, and climate action.

We’ve integrated climate change into school curricula, trained 60 teachers, and established three Climate Action Hubs — living laboratories where students and communities learn, innovate, and launch green enterprises. Refugee and host communities have gained market access, savings skills, and business training, boosting incomes by up to 55% and reducing poverty by 30%.

Our environmental footprint is equally bold: 320 hectares restored, 230,000 trees planted, and sustainable practices embedded in daily life — capturing thousands of tonnes of CO₂ while protecting biodiversity.

From menstrual hygiene training in 56 schools to the creation of reusable pads and soap that sustain both dignity and livelihoods, our work blends human resilience with environmental stewardship. Every project is community‑led, every outcome measurable, and every success a stepping stone toward our 2030 vision: 10 million young changemakers, 100 Climate Smart Villages, and a continent‑wide green curriculum revolution.

Geographical Focus

Humanity Horizon is dedicated to making a lasting positive impact in Uganda. Our programs target health, education, food security, and poverty graduations. Presently, we concentrate on Northern Uganda, tackling these critical areas to uplift and empower young people in communities and by focusing on this region, we aim to create sustainable change and improve the quality of life for all.

Beneficiary Voices

"Before joining Humanity Horizons, climate change felt distant — something for scientists, not someone like me. As a Green Intellectual trainee, I learned how to turn ideas into action: building solar irrigation systems, practicing climate‑smart farming, and mentoring other youth. Now, I’m not just earning an income — I’m restoring our land and inspiring others to lead." — Daniel, 22

"When I arrived at the settlement, I had nothing but hope. The training gave me skills in sustainable agriculture and small business. Today, my children eat three meals a day, and I sell vegetables at the market. I’ve gone from surviving to shaping a future — for my family and my community." — Amina, refugee and HH trainee

Leadership & Governance

Executive Board

Humanity Horizons is led by a visionary Board of Trustees, which provides strategic leadership, policy formulation, talent acquisition, and mission alignment to support sustainable development and climate action initiatives. Two powerful Sub-Committees, Finance and Resource Mobilization and Programs and Impact, support the Board's oversight of budget allocation, project evaluation, and impact measurement, driving our mission forward.

Management Team

The Humanity Horizons Management Team is a dynamic and multidisciplinary leadership body committed to advancing systemic change across Uganda and beyond.

Anchored by a visionary Governing Board of Trustees and led by the Chief Executive Officer, the team integrates strategic foresight, evidence-based practice, and inclusive governance to drive impact across climate resilience, youth empowerment, maternal health, and education reform. Each department from Strategy and Policy to Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning, and Resource Mobilization is staffed by specialists who bring deep expertise in program design, stakeholder engagement, and continuous quality improvement. Together, they embody Humanity Horizons’ core values of People, Planet, and Peace, ensuring that every initiative is rooted in equity, sustainability, and transformative leadership

Funding/Partners

Humanity Horizon collaborates with international NGOs, government agencies, private donors, and corporate sponsors committed to improving health, education, and economic opportunities in Uganda.

Why Choose Us

Direct Impact: Every contribution spark visible, measurable change — from restored landscapes to thriving youth-led enterprises — with results you can see and stories you can share.

Community‑Led: Our solutions are born from the voices, ideas, and leadership of the very people they serve, ensuring relevance, ownership, and lasting transformation.

Scalable Model: Our Climate Action Hubs are designed to grow. What works in one community can be replicated across Africa, multiplying impact and accelerating change.

Transparency: We believe in radical openness. Donors receive quarterly impact reports, real-time updates, and invitations to witness the transformation firsthand during annual field visits.

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