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Empowering young people to take ownership of their health and futures. 📚💬 Bodily autonomy is a fundamental right. It means having the agency to make informed choices about your body and health without coercion. Through the SAY Plus+ project, Straight Talk Foundation equips youth with the confidence to set firm boundaries, whether saying no to early marriage, peer pressure, or unsafe relationships. Everyone deserves a safe space where their choices and dignity are respected. 🌟 #StraightTalkFoundation #SAYPlus #ASRHR
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Empowering people to drive lasting impact. 💼🌱 For today’s #WCW, we are proud to feature Ms. Agnes Kasemiire, Human Resources Officer at Straight Talk Foundation! Behind every successful organization is a strong HR backbone. Through her strategic support, staff development, and dedicated leadership, she plays a pivotal role in nurturing a supportive and high-performing workplace environment. Today we celebrate her commitment to our team and our mission! 🙌🏽✨ #StraightTalkFoundation #WCW #WomenInLeadership #SRHR
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📍Kathile HCIII | SAY Plus+ Peer Educators engaged young people at the Youth Corner, sharing information, answering questions, and inspiring positive choices for a healthier future. 🌟 📍Kalapata HCIII | NPA officials connected with young people, amplifying youth voices and participation. @UNFPAUganda #SAYPlus #YouthCorner #YouthEmpowerment @kristineblokhus @CinderellaAnena
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Peace at home starts with how we communicate. 💬 Non-violent communication and shared decision-making significantly reduce gender-based violence in households. Through the #GSTP project, STF is promoting peaceful, equal, and safe environments for every adolescent and family. 🛡️✨ #StraightTalkFoundation #GSTP #SRHR
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Happy World Teachers' Day to all the incredible educators shaping the future! 📚✨ Teachers do far more than deliver lessons in the classroom, they are mentors, advocates, and protectors. Through our work with Senior Women and Senior Men Teachers across Uganda, we see firsthand how dedicated educators create safe spaces, champion SRHR and MHM education, and keep learners supported and in school. Today, we celebrate your dedication, guidance, and unwavering support for young people! 👏🏽💖 @savechildrenug @UNICEF #WorldTeachersDay #TeachersDay2026 #StraightTalkFoundation #ASRHR
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Steering the vision behind every story we tell! 👨🏽‍💼✨ Happy Man Crush Monday to our Head of Communications, Mr. Omara Ronald! 👏🏽 From sharpening our communications strategy to guiding the team as we bring Straight Talk Foundation’s mission to life across Uganda, his leadership keeps our work focused and impactful. Thank you for mentoring us, championing youth-led content, and making sure our message hits the mark every single day! 💼📊 #ManCrushMonday #MCM #StraightTalkFoundation #SRHR
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October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth Knows the facts. Early detection saves lives. Protect a lady in your life. #MOHatWork
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Welcome to October! 💫 As we step into the new month, let's commit to creating safe spaces, supporting one another's well-being, and keeping open dialogues alive in our communities. 💬🧠 Let's make this month count by listening deeply, leading with empathy, and driving positive social change together. 🤝✨ #StraightTalkFoundation #MentalHealthAwareness #YouthRights
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Ever heard of TP-SR? 💡 The Teenage Pregnancy Surveillance & Response system links teachers, health workers, and village teams to spot risks early and support vulnerable girls before they drop out of school. Protecting the adolescent girl child is everyone’s duty! 🛡️✨ #StraightTalkFoundation #SRHR #SAYPlus
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✨ New month, new energy! 🍂 STF welcomes all followers, partners & stakeholders to October. Let’s keep empowering youth, building stronger communities & shaping brighter futures together. #HappyNewMonth #YouthVoices #StraightTalkFoundation #OctoberVibes
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Know your circle! Real friends respect your boundaries and celebrate your personal choices ,they never force you into uncomfortable situations. Choose friends who value your health and safety! 💚 #StraightTalkFoundation #SRHR #GreenflagRedflag
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#WCW Gen Z energy in the STF studio! 🎧📸 Meet Vanessa & Priscilla , the newest additions to the Comms team holding down the feed and bringing the Straight Talk vision to life. Fresh vibe, same mission , making sure SRHR and real talk reach our generation loud and clear. 🤝 From strategy to studio, we make sure the message hits right every time. 💬 #WomanCrushWednesday #StraightTalkFoundation
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Safe schools start with empowered teachers. 📍🛡️ Highlights from Day 2 of our MHM/SRHR/PSEAH refresher workshop at Hotel Leslona! Senior Men and Senior Women Teachers from 10 schools in Moroto and Napak districts gathered to sharpen their skills under the GSTP project When educators have the right tools and information, learners gain trusted allies in their schools to guide them through growth, health, and safety. 💡📚 #GSTP #StraightTalkFoundation #SRHR
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The UPHIA 2025 results will be officially released by the Minister for Health, Hon. @CHRISBARYOMUNS1 tomorrow, 1 October 2026 at @UgandaMediaCent #MOHatWork
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🎓 Institutional visits under the Embassy of Ireland Karamoja Bursary Programme! STF reached students at: Kyambogo (Soroti), UTC Lira, Aduku UCC, Kabale University, Kyambogo Bushenyi & Busitema University. 💡 Lessons learnt: mentorship, resilience & stronger support systems are critical for better learning outcomes. 👏 Thanks @IrlEmbUganda for empowering youth futures! #BursaryProgramme #EducationForAll #YouthVoices #StraightTalkFoundation
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“Real strength is asking for help when you're overwhelmed.” 📌 Building healthy, equal communities requires supporting young men to break free from harmful gender stereotypes that discourage them from seeking healthcare and emotional support. When boys are allowed to cry, heal, and grow, everyone benefits building safer homes, healthier relationships, and stronger communities. Let's keep creating safe spaces for open dialogue! 💬✨ #StraightTalkFoundation #MenEngage #SRHR
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Menstruation is a completely normal and healthy sign that your body is growing. 🩸✨ Period myths, stigma, and lack of information often leave young girls feeling confused or embarrassed when they experience their first period. Normalizing periods starts with open, accurate conversations at home, in schools, and within our communities. Let's break the silence so every girl can manage her cycle with dignity and confidence. #StraightTalkFoundation #MenstrualHealth #SRHR
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A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way. For our very first MCM, we are celebrating our Executive Director, Mr. Talima David! 🤝✨ From big-picture strategies to the daily details that keep our team thriving, his guidance ensures STF continues to transform adolescent lives and advocate for youth SRHR across Uganda.  Here’s to starting the week with purpose and strong leadership! 💙 #MCM #LeaderSpotlight #StraightTalkFoundation
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Straight Talk Foundation retweeted
At the 4th National Special Needs & Inclusive Symposium, Hon. @DrMuyingo Minister @Educ_SportsUg, called for inclusive accessible classrooms, sanitation, learning materials & assistive technologies like Braille, large print, sign language & audio materials.
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What does it take to create a future where every young person can make informed choices about their health, their bodies and their future? In our upcoming podcast episode, we host @WakieRose from @WomenProbono to explore how education opens doors for young women, why supportive environments matter for gender equality, and how social expectations can affect mental health and wellbeing. Full episode drops Friday, 25th September. Subscribe to our channel 👉 bit.ly/4xVCw2O #SRHR4All
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