"A neglected boy child generally grows up to be a bigger danger to society than girls."
Uplifting Street Boys in Uganda
In Uganda, boys aged 6 to 21 make up 98% of the over 5,000 full-time street residents in Kampala, with an alarming 16 new boys arriving daily. Over 50% of boys across the country are out of school, highlighting a critical and growing crisis.
Street-connected boys are trapped in relentless cycles of poverty, social exclusion, and gender-based violence and face systemic barriers to education and employment. Beyond physical hardships, they suffer profound emotional and psychological impacts, including trauma, which impairs their mental health and future prospects.
The collective effects of these challenges hinder their personal development and impede Uganda's progress toward crucial Sustainable Development Goals, such as ending poverty (SDG 1), ensuring universal education (SDG 4), and promoting gender equality (SDG 5).
To address this crisis, targeted interventions focusing on access to quality education, vocational training, and comprehensive support services are imperative to pave the way for a more equitable future.
Shule Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit guiding adolescent street boys toward sustainable prosperity through comprehensive support, educational opportunities, and skills training.
"Shule is committed to addressing the challenges that street boys face and to be their voice."
Jacqueline Wolfson, Founder
Mentoring boys to become gentlemen
Shule, which translates to "school" in Swahili, is about education, which lies at the core of our mission. Through concrete educational opportunities, both formal and vocational, we mentor the boys into becoming gentlemen.
Our poultry farming, fashion and tailoring and digital literacy programs equip the youth with the skills necessary for a future of social awareness and financial independence.
To tackle urgent issues boys living on the streets face, our dedicated team of social workers conducts outreach and operates a drop-in-center. We go beyond by providing rehabilitation services, counseling, medical care, and family reconciliation.
Shule Foundation is steadfast in our commitment to ensuring the well-being and progress of the boy child.
Mentoring Boys Into Gentlemen
Shule means "school" in Swahili, but for us, it also represents education, which is at the core of our mission. We provide concrete educational opportunities, both formal and vocational, to mentor the boys into becoming gentlemen.
Our poultry farming, fashion and tailoring and digital literacy programs equip the youth with the skills necessary for a future of social awareness and financial independence.
To tackle urgent issues boys living on the streets face, our dedicated team of social workers conducts outreach and operates adrop-in-center. We go beyond by providing rehabilitation services, counseling, medical care, and family reconciliation.
Shule Foundation is steadfast in our commitment to ensuring the well-being and progress of the boy child.
Advancing Lives Through Education and Skills Development
The Shule Foundation is more than just a support system—it's a lifeline for vulnerable youth. Our targeted approach leverages hands-on, innovative programs tailored to meet the unique needs of street boys in Uganda. Beyond providing immediate support, we equip these young men with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to navigate life's challenges and achieve lasting success. Check out our skilling initiatives.
Uganda’s first computer school dedicated to former street-connected boys, equipping them with essential digital literacy skills. Explore how this program is opening doors to new opportunities.
A dynamic social enterprise offering hands-on poultry training, transforming street boys into skilled professionals in animal husbandry. Discover how this initiative is changing lives.
A fashion institute where boys master tailoring and create high-quality men's apparel, with opportunities to secure employment within our fashion enterprise. Discover the artistry and career paths we offer.
WHY BOYS?
Dive into the unique struggles faced by boys around the world.
Our Family
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Our Work
Explore Shule’s innovative programs that are empowering Ugandan youth.
Join Us
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Ways To Give
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Testimonials
“Shule has changed my life in so many ways. It gave me the strength and support to leave the streets, overcome addiction, and focus on my health. I’ve gained valuable skills, education, and a sense of belonging in a community that truly cares about my well-being.
Shule has given me a second chance at life, and for that, I am incredibly grateful.”
Henry Ogen
Inspiring Photographer and Film Maker
"Shule sent me to school and reunited me with my family. This has made me start loving and appreciating my parents again.
Through Shule, I have gained the knowledge to read and write. This is a big achievement for me because it has given me the confidence to learn more."
Makwiri Shadrack
Student
"Shule got me off the streets and reconnected me with my family. Without Shule, I wouldn’t have been able to go home on my own.
They also helped me go back to school, where I was able to sit for my Primary Leaving Examination. Which was very important to me to do."
Polycup
Wants to learn computers
Join the journey
Witness the transformative impact of our initiatives and join us in creating a world where every child has the opportunity to thrive.
Shule Foundation invites you to be part of this incredible journey of empowerment and transformation. Together, we can rewrite the stories of street-connected boys, turning their dreams into realities. Explore the significance of addressing their unique plight and join us in building a future where every child's potential is realized.
Step into the world of Shule Foundation—where education, compassion, and resilience converge to shape a brighter tomorrow for street-connected boys in Uganda.
