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Youth Skills IQ
Youth Skills IQ is a dynamic platform dedicated to empowering student and refugee youths in the Kyaka II Refugee Settlement with essential life skills. Led by dedicated blogger Manzi BIRAGUMA, we provide tailored guidance, resources, and insights to help young individuals overcome challenges, build resilience, and develop skills for a brighter future. Our mission is to equip youth with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed academically, socially, and professionally, even in the face of adversity. Through articles that address leadership, career development, emotional well-being, and more, Manzi BIRAGUMA shares stories and strategies that resonate with the unique experiences of refugee students. Join us in fostering a generation of informed, skilled, and empowered young people who are ready to shape their own destinies and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Category: GBV & Youth Rights Awareness/Christella LUMAMBA
PTSD and Depression: Differences and Similarities in Symptoms By Christella LUMAMBA, Mentee Writers Hub/GBV & Youth Rights Awareness In refugee settings, mental health conditions such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and depression are prevalent due to the traumatic experiences and challenges faced by individuals. While these disorders share certain symptoms, they also have distinct characteristics that affect…
As After PTSD: Understand and Differentiate with Depression By Christella LUMAMBA, Mentee Writers Hub/GBV & Youth Rights Awareness Depression is a silent crisis affecting countless youths in refugee settlements. As these young individuals navigate the complex challenges of displacement, they often grapple with emotional wounds from their past and an uncertain future. In this article, we explore…
1. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) By Christella LUMAMBA, Mentee Writers Hub/GBV & Youth Rights Awareness The Hidden Wounds of War Refugee youth carry with them more than just memories of their homeland; they often carry invisible scars that shape their behavior, emotions, and ability to learn. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of the most prevalent mental…
Breaking the Stigma and Seeking Help By Christella LUMAMBA, Mentee Writers Hub/GBV & Youth Rights Awareness In today’s challenging world, mental health conditions have become increasingly common among youth, particularly those living in conflict-torn regions. For young refugees in settlements like Kyaka, the toll of trauma, displacement, and uncertain futures can exacerbate mental health challenges. Yet, many…
With insights from Mama NEEMA, Bukere Town’s GBV Counselor, uncovering the untold stories of men facing gender-based violence By Christella LUMAMBA, Voices and Insights Christella: As we begin our conversation, it’s clear that Mama Neema’s name often echoes through Bukere Town. In almost every dispute, whether during heated arguments or hushed discussions, we hear someone…
Transforming Trauma into Understanding: Supporting Refugee Youth Beyond Behavior By Christella LUMAMBA, Mentee Writers Hub/GBV & Youth Rights Awareness The hallways and classrooms of our schools witness many behaviors from refugee youth that alarm teachers, parents, and students alike: anger outbursts, disrespectful language toward teachers, drug use, and even physical confrontations. Many of these young…
Invitation to Kyaka II Refugee Community: Building a Future of Equality and Ending Violence By: Christella LUMAMBA Dear Friends and Fellow Refugees, My name is Christella LUMAMBA, and I am a Senior 5 student at BUKERE Secondary School, as well as a proud contributor to the Youth Skills IQ blog. I am writing to invite…