Women's Program- Namuwongo, Uganda

In January, the group of twenty-five young American and Canadian students returned from the Global Kimeeza Youth Summit, where they had met with twenty-five of their Ugandan counterparts.  Having had the opportunity to discuss the issues facing many Ugandan and African societies, such as the challenges facing IDPs, women, and those infected with HIV/AIDS, they have come back inspired to continue their engagement with these communities.  Involvement in the women's program represents a major avenue for contribution.

In the coming weeks, interested students will be organizing on their campuses and coordinating events to benefit the community of Namuwongo.  Currently, there are six students who have expressed the motivation and commitment to serve as advocates for the women of Namuwongo, and specifically to sell their craftwork in the U.S.

Additionally, if you live in the DC area and would like to get involved, we will be contacting members of Friends of African Youth, a group of young professionals and supporters of GYPA, to participate in developing events for the women's program.

How you can get involved:
-- Donate at www.gypafrica.org
-- Attend a GYPA event.
-- If you are interested in selling craftwork made by the women of Namuwongo, on your campus or in your community, please contact us.
-- Spread the word! Tell all your friends!

Diana Duarte

Diana, the Women's Program Spring Intern for GYPA, graduated in May 2005 with a bachelor's degree in comparative colonial history.  Previously, she spent 16 years in Africa, as a dependent of a Foreign Service officer.  As a GYPA intern, Diana will communicate with volunteers in Namuwongo and with student global ambassadors in the U.S., and also organize events in the DC area.
Contact Diana: diana@gypafrica.org