Teenage mothers who are also survivors of domestic violence in rural Arua District face poverty, unemployment, and cycles of abuse. Without support, their futures remain bleak. Every donation breaks the cycle of gender-based violence and poverty. Help us reach 200 teens by December 2025!
Imagine being a young person who wakes up every morning in a small rural village, dreaming of a better life, but feeling like the world is against you. You’re unemployed, with no steady income, watching your friends struggle too. Your dreams of a brighter future seem to fade every day because opportunities feel too far away. To make matters worse, when you or a loved one get sick, healthcare is something you can’t even think about because it’s too expensive or simply out of reach. You don’t have the information you need to improve your life, and you struggle to cope with the effects of climate change
This is the reality for so many youth in rural areas. And this is exactly who we’re here to help.
At Zoota, we’re fighting for a world where young people don’t just survive they thrive! We’re dedicated to lifting up the youth and women who are ready to make a change. Through our projects, we’re opening doors to new opportunities. From gaining skills to pushing for healthcare access and climate-friendly farming, we’re putting power in the hands of young people to take charge of their future.
You don’t have to let unemployment, bad weather, or lack of support stop you from achieving your dreams. We believe in YOU, in your potential to create a future that’s fair, healthy, and green.
We know that, rural communities have been left out for the longest time when it comes to accessing services at the national level. At Zoota Initiative for Development, we’re all about shaking up the system and making sure rural communities have a voice that’s heard! We’re pushing for policies that drive social justice, economic inclusion, and equal access to healthcare because everyone deserves a fair shot, no matter where they live.
Many youths and women are already running businesses, but they often lack the information, guidance, and support needed to tap into the exciting world of cross-border trade. At Zoota Initiative for Development, we’re here to change that! We provide the tools and skills for rural women and youths to seize opportunities that come with trading across their own borders!
Ready to level up? At Zoota Initiative for Development, we’re all about helping young people and teenage parents in rural communities build the skills they need to succeed in life! Our Livelihood Support & Education Program is here to transform dreams into reality by giving youth the tools to become employable, independent, and ready to take on the world.
We believe young people have the power to restore our climate! At Zoota Initiative for Development, we’re on a mission to spark the next generation of climate warriors in rural communities. It’s time to roll up our sleeves and take charge of the future!
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