Go Green Social Initiative:
About Us
Go Green is a refugee-led organization based in Uganda's Nakivale settlement, committed to empowering refugees and marginalized women and youth through sustainable skills development. Our initiatives encompass regenerative agriculture, arts and crafts, education, and entrepreneurship, aiming to foster self-reliance and community-driven growth.
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted adolescent girls in Uganda, leading to a notable increase in teenage pregnancies. During the pandemic, Uganda recorded 354,736 adolescent pregnancies, marking a 55% rise to 551,235 pregnancies in the first six months of 2021. citeturn0search3
In response to the alarming rise in unintended pregnancies among school and out-of-school girls during the COVID-19 pandemic, Go Green recognized the urgent need to support these young mothers. Many faced challenges in providing for themselves and their children due to limited opportunities. In 2022, we formally registered as Go Green, previously known as Bio-Green, at the local government level and began empowering girls and women through handcrafts and kitchen gardening. Now, as a nationally registered entity, we are poised to extend our services across Uganda, ensuring that women have the skills and resources to shape their own futures.
Projects
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Mushroom
We are dedicated to empowering women to cultivate their own oyster mushriooms at home, promoting sustainable income generation, nutrition, and organic farming practices.
Mosquito Repellent
We empower teen mothers to produce natural mosquito repellents using local herbs, promoting health, income generation, and environmental protection while reducing mosquito-borne diseases like malaria in Nakivale R/S community sustainably.
Food Forest
We promote food forests by empowering communities to grow diverse, edible plants, improving food security, restoring soil fertility, supporting biodiversity, and creating sustainable ecosystems for future generations to thrive In Nakivale .
Crocheting
We empower women with crocheting skills to create beautiful handmade products, promoting creativity, income generation, and self-reliance while preserving cultural heritage and building sustainable livelihoods within our communities.
Basket Weaving
We empower women with basket weaving skills, enabling them to create eco-friendly, marketable products from local materials, promoting income generation, cultural preservation, environmental conservation, and sustainable livelihoods in our communities.
Beading
Women LEARN beading skills to create unique jewelry and crafts, promoting creativity, cultural expression, and sustainable income generation while preserving traditional art and supporting women’s economic independence in communities.
2024-Impact
In 2024, Go Green successfully empowered over 50 women through craft-making, equipping them with practical skills for self-sustainability. Additionally, we donated school materials to 200 children across different schools, supporting their education. A major milestone was the successful construction of our learning environment, providing a dedicated space for training and empowerment programs. Furthermore, over 25 women received specialized training in cosmetology, opening up new opportunities for income generation. Supported 10 artists to showcase their talent at a global level. We look forward to expanding our impact in 2025!
2025 Ahead
As we step into 2025, our dedication to empowering women and children remains stronger than ever. Currently, 20 children are actively learning art, and 25 women are engaged in mushroom farming.
This year, we are set to:
✅ Engage 50 women in a food forest project, integrating an apiculture farm
✅ Support 10 teen mothers in producing mosquito repellent spray for income generation
✅ Establish a clean water system at Go Green to benefit the community
With these initiatives, we project to empower over 500 women directly by the end of 2025, fostering self-sufficiency and long-term impact.
Together, we are building a more resilient and sustainable future!
Become a Volunteer – Make a Difference in Nakivale!
Join us in creating lasting change in Nakivale! By volunteering with Go Green, you will have the opportunity to empower women, support children’s education, and contribute to sustainable community projects
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Calm in the Hands of Nature
This moment became my art piece, "Calm in the Hands of Nature." The brushstrokes capture that sense of surrender, of being held by something far greater than oneself — nature, with its endless patience, gently guiding us back to balance. It reminds us all that, even in the midst of life’s struggles, we can always find serenity in the embrace of the natural world.
Elijah Astute
Ceo & Founder
It has came to me as a blessing becoming a bridge of opportunities to the community of Nakivale.
Leatitia
Beneficiary
The experience exceeded my expectations. I quickly picked up the skills needed for basket making, and I found myself healing as I listened to the stories of others in the program. The training was not only effective but also delivered in a friendly and supportive manner. Our trainer was patient and made sure we all felt confident in our abilities.
Anah
Beneficiary
Arriving in Uganda years ago, she faced numerous challenges, primarily due to a lack of skills and knowledge, which made finding work nearly impossible.
Team
our Team
Elijah Astute
Executive Director
Ampaire Rhina
Administrative Assistance
Imani Gedeon
Media and Technical Reports
Shine Art
Nakivale Art Collective Rep. CWF
Noella Ludunge
Sanitation and Hygiene Coordinator
Moise Seti
Security
Neema Chiribuka
Women Rep. and Empowerment Assnt.Contact
Contact Us
Base Camp 1
Uganda-Isingiro district, Nakivale Refugee Camp
Call Us
+256 776367289
Email Us
info@biogreenprojects.org