Who we Are
Candle Light Foundation Uganda, is a Not-for-Profit Organization with a mission to empower vulnerable girls and women to live their dreams and reach their full potential through education, skills training and entrepreneurship.
We believe women are born with incredible gifts to share with the world and make our communities a better place.
Our goal is to provide the tools, educational opportunities, support and encouragement to empower women to become all that they dream to be.
With the dedication of our volunteers, staff members, and partners, we strive to improve the lives of girls and women.
What We Do
EDUCATION
VOCATIONAL SKILLS
TRAINING
COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAMS
MENSTRUAL HYGIENE MANAGEMENT
MENSTRUAL HYGIENE MANAGEMENT AND SANITATION
Partnership with Rotary International
“Girls Helping Girls Stay in School”
ENVIROPADS FOR KEEPING GIRLS IN SCHOOL
In 2020, with collaborative effort between Candle Light Foundation, The Rotary Club of West Vancouver Sunrise, The Rotary Club of Kampala Nsambya, Rotary International, The Rotary Foundation Canada, and Clubs in District 5040 and District 9211. we started producing environmentally, friendly, reusable sanitary pads-EnviroPads , and training of Menstrual Hygiene Management in 6 schools in Mukono District.
This initiative, was an extension of Candle Light High School, with a clear mission: to empower girls and women through menstrual hygiene education and sanitation training while producing eco-friendly reusable sanitary pads known as 'EnviroPADS'
Today, 'EnviroPADS,' a unique brand of reusable sanitary pads designed to provide comfort, affordability, and sustainability to girls and women in need. Our goal is to break down the barriers that keep girls out of school during their menstruation by providing the knowledge, resources, and products they need for a brighter, uninterrupted educational journey.
Be Our Ambassador in your Community, County, and join us in our mission to make a difference. Together, we are ensuring that every girl has the opportunity to pursue her education confidently and without interruption.
OUR PARTNERS IN SERVICE
