Welcome to the official website of Youthplus Policy Network Uganda, passionately known as Youthplus. We are a knowledge and action catalyst for youth and community development in Uganda. Driven by young people, powered by evidence, and rooted in community action, we exist to prove that youth-led solutions can transform lives and communities.
Through DEEPROOTS, we bring vital health and development information and services closer to communities, ensuring that young people can access what they need, when they need it. At the same time, our Skills & Livelihoods work equips young people with practical training, pathways to dignified work, and entrepreneurship opportunities—demonstrating that impact is sustainable when young people lead.
But Youthplus is more than programs. We are a source of knowledge and influence. Our Research & Evidence turns community experiences into actionable insights, while our Policy & Advocacy ensures those insights shape decisions at local, national, and regional levels. From strengthening health systems to influencing youth employment strategies, we stand firmly at the intersection of evidence and change.
Innovation keeps us alive. With a strong focus on Innovation & Engagement, we pioneer tools such as helplines, digital platforms, and telehealth to widen youth access to information and services. And through Communications & Storytelling, we amplify young voices whether in documentaries, campaigns, or digital media so their experiences drive narratives of resilience and leadership.
This balance of knowledge and action is what makes Youthplus more than just an organization. We are a reference point for youth-led solutions in Uganda and beyond. Learn More
What we do
Community and Youth-Led Change
At Youth Plus Policy Network Uganda (YPPN-U), we are passionate about harnessing the vibrant energy of Uganda’s youth to foster community development and drive social transformation. Our commitment to youth leadership and sustainable community-led initiatives has been at the heart of our mission since 2005.
Do you want to help your community to fight HIV/AIDS amongst Adolescent Girls and Young women
Our DEEPROOTS wellness toolkit is a good start for you and your community. Get it here
VISIT www.deeprootscare.info to find out more about our safe spaces for HIV prevention in communities
Inclusive Communities
Youthplus Uganda advocates for the empowerment of all young people in their diversity, providing them with the necessary skills and support to thrive as change-makers in their communities. Through strategic engagement and participation, we unlock the potential within every young individual, ensuring a stronger, more inclusive, and connected society.
Impactful Strategies
Our DEEPROOTS strategy is a testament to our dedication to creating deep-seated, lasting change. Focusing on grassroots participation, we address core societal issues such as climate action, right to health, education, and youth leadership. Our ten-year plan (2020-2030) outlines our commitment to nurturing resilience and progress.
Our Current work is enabled by the generous support of the communities where we work and our partners ….
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