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MENTAL HEALTH DURING ELECTION SEASON

With a little more weeks to go to the presidential elections, stress and mental anxiety surrounding Uganda politics accelerates every day. This election period exposes a large number of Ugandans across all ages and gender to significant stress in their lives, anxiety and depression and this is because mental health affects how we think, feel...

WORLD AIDs DAY – A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT.

Today, as we commemorate World AIDS Day, I would like to draw your attention to the importance of addressing young people’s needs in the fight against AIDS. Around the world, young people ages 15-25 account for more than 30% of the new HIV infections.Despite these startling statistics, youth are often a neglected group for HIV/AIDS...

The Mysterious face of People Power and the Rise of Populism in Uganda. A Youth Baraza publication by Diogo Eric.

                                                . (Photo by Isaac Kasamani / AFP) (Photo credit should read ISAAC KASAMANI/AFP via Getty Images)We live at a time when democracy is under attack, Global populism has best played in the USA where we’ve seen the rise and fall of Trump. The country Uganda has not...

The Path to Peace: Embracing Constructive Criticism

In our journey as human beings, we often fall into the trap of judging others based on our own perspectives. We assume that everyone should respond in the same way, regardless of age or circumstances. This mindset leads to unrealistic expectations, fostering unnecessary criticism, and forgetting that humans are emotional creatures, influenced by prejudice, pride,...

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Unseen Wounds: Young People’s Journeys to Mental Wellness.

In today’s fast-paced world, young people often grapple with unseen wounds. These are mental health challenges that can profoundly impact their lives. These struggles, though invisible, are as real as physical ailments and require our attention and empathy. The journey to mental wellness is not easy, but it is possible.By fostering open dialogue, providing accessible...