Tumwebaze Tusiime Margaret who is enrolled in a Doctorate program in Health Education and Management- has had her work published in the Journal of Health Policy and Development which is published by the Department of Health Sciences of Uganda Martyrs University three times a year.
Her work titled- “Youth Needs and Services in Kabarole District- Uganda: A situation Analysis” is described as a stage in life characterized by numerous challenges; issues to explore- understanding and coming to terms for the youth. She identifies their needs as the following:
· Basic Needs
· Parental Care and Guidance
· Leisure
· Stable Income/Employment
· Respect/Recognition
· Legal and Social Protection
· Happy Marriage
· Medical Care and Counselling
· Time and Academic Excellence
· Transport
· Success
· Decision Making
· Sensitisation on Developmental Issues
One youth said: “We need good and attractive clothing so that we can fit in society. Unfortunately we cannot afford them” [Male youth- Fort Portal town]
In the following link you will be able to read Tumwebaze’s findings- problems and resolutions to the challenges that the youth’s in Uganda face.
http://www.bioline.org.br/abstract?hp11009
We are very proud of you Tumwebaze and we wish you more success in your professional projects.
