Save the Children Uganda convened a dialogue between members of the Children’s Advisory Committee and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), creating a impactful platform for children to directly voice their priorities, experiences, and recommendations. The meeting, financially supported by the Girls as Drivers of Change Project, had children from all our regions of intervention (development and humanitarian) who are championing change in their communities through advocacy on issues such as education, protection, and gender equality.
This engagement underscored the importance of meaningful child participation in decision-making spaces. The children articulated their issues from their homes, schools, and communities, demonstrating their growing capacity to be their own advocates.
“We want to learn, but how can we succeed when our classrooms are overcrowded, and some of us have to sit on the floor?”, Elizabeth, a member of the Children’s Advisory Committee (CAC).
From these issues among others, children suggested safer learning environments to challenging harmful gender norms, the children made it clear that they are not just beneficiaries of programs—they are active drivers of change. The SLT reaffirmed its commitment to amplifying children’s voices across all levels of programming and ensuring their insights inform strategic direction moving forward.
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