Discover more about the Kofi Annan Foundation’s work in Uganda
→Bridges to Peace Uganda
Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism and Terrorism in Uganda
Multilateralism
Advocating for a fairer, more inclusive multilateral system
Kofi Annan
Founder of the Kofi Annan Foundation
Uganda
Projects, News + Publications
Projects
Uganda
→Peace Beyond Borders
Transforming communities from targets of violence into agents of sustainable peace and resilience
→East Africa
Extremely Together
→Environment of Peace
Youth-Driven Research on Climate, the Environment and Peace
→The Sawa Project
Strengthening community-led efforts to improve mental health awareness, services, and policies
Publications + Media
Uganda
Growing Resilience in Uganda: Irene’s Story
In rural Central Uganda, many young people are growing up on the frontlines of climate change. Longer droughts, declining soil fertility, and increasing pest invasions make it harder for families to grow food. Most households rely on staple crops such as maize and beans, often grown only during the rainy season. Vegetables, which provide essential […]
Resilience Rising: Youth Research Informing Global Climate and Conflict Responses
The convergence of climate change, environmental degradation and conflict poses a significant threat to peace and stability worldwide, particularly in fragile and conflict affected countries. Young people in these areas are disproportionately affected, yet they are also uniquely positioned to drive transformative solutions. The report Resilience Rising: Youth Research Informing Global Climate and Conflict Responses […]
Tackling Violent Extremism in Uganda: Lessons Learnt
Lessons Learnt from a Community Resilience Approach Violent extremism (VE) is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, bringing terror and instability to all sections of society. Today, there are fewer terrorist groups, but the nature and scale of attacks carried out by groups like the Allied Democratic Forces in Uganda are becoming […]