National Youth Movement -Uganda
Uganda’s Youth, Unfiltered
Uganda’s Youth, Unfiltered
Who We Are
The National Youth Movement Uganda (NYMU) is a peaceful, nationalistic, and non-partisan youth-led grassroots movement dedicated to amplifying the voice, power, and potential of young people across the country.
From urban centers to the most remote villages, we are uniting the forgotten majority—organizing for justice, dignity, and opportunity. NYMU is building a strong national structure that spans from the national level to regional coordination, reaches every district, and is expanding to the village level.
Our mission is to bridge the widening gap between the lived realities of Uganda’s youth and the decisions made by national leadership.
We are not a rebel group.
We are just neglected youth—
young hearts overlooked, voices unheard.
We are not sponsored.
We are not silenced.
We are not waiting for permission,
nor for someone else to decide our fate.
We are the dreamers who refuse to be forgotten.
We are the builders of a future that no one else dared to create.
With every step, with every breath,
we rise from the shadows of neglect—
not because we want to rebel,
but because we must.
This is our time.
This is our fight.
And we are shaping the world with our own hands.
“This government has forgotten the youth. We’re organizing to remind them—and to rebuild what they’ve ignored.”
Uganda’s youth are full of potential—but that potential is being blocked by systemic injustice, corruption, and neglect. The National Youth Movement is rising to challenge the barriers that hold us back. We are not just demanding change—we are organizing to fight for jobs, dignity, justice, and opportunity for every young Ugandan, no matter where they come from.
Millions of young people are jobless, underpaid, or stuck in survival-mode hustles that don’t reflect their skills, education, or potential. This isn’t just an economic issue—it’s a national emergency that has been successfully ignored by the government.
Corruption is not just a political issue—it’s a daily reality for millions of Ugandans, especially young people. From stolen public funds to nepotism in government programs, corruption is robbing the youth of opportunity, dignity, and a fair future.
For millions of young Ugandans, poverty isn’t just a statistic—it’s the daily struggle of life. It means waking up with no food, sleeping on a dirt floor, and going to bed with no job, no hope, and no help from those in power.
Many young Ugandans people live in fear—not of crime, but of the very forces meant to protect them. Police brutality, arbitrary arrests, harassment, and violence against youth are widespread—especially against those who speak out, organize, or simply look “suspicious.”
Used. Lied To. Left Behind. We Are Rising Against It. The youth are the largest and most powerful population—but we are the most exploited. Politicians remember us only during elections. They praise us in speeches, promise us jobs, and call us “the leaders of tomorrow.” But once they win, we are forgotten, ignored, and left to struggle alone.
When the Struggle Is Too Heavy to Carry Alone. Ugandan youth are facing more than just unemployment and poverty—we are battling a deepening mental health crisis, driven by hopelessness, isolation, and societal pressure. With no jobs, no future, and no one listening, many young people are turning to dangerous escapes: drugs, alcohol, crime, and even suicide. This is a national emergency.
They forgot us. We’re organizing to be unignorable.
Get Started Now!Real Stories. Bold Ideas. Youth Power in Motion. Welcome to the official blog of the National Youth Movement Uganda—a space where young people speak for themselves. Here, we share stories from the ground, expose the truth, challenge broken systems, and spotlight the rising leaders building a new Uganda from the grassroots up. From powerful personal testimonies to breaking down the latest issues affecting youth—this is our space, our stories, our revolution. 👉🏾 Read. Reflect. Share. Join the Movement.
Ugandan Youth have been forgotten Uganda’s youth are full of potential—but that potential is being blocked by systemic injustice, corruption, and neglect. The National Youth Movement is rising to challenge the barriers that hold us back. We are not just …
When the Struggle Is Too Heavy to Carry Alone. Ugandan youth are facing more than just unemployment and poverty—we are battling a deepening mental health crisis, driven by hopelessness, isolation, and societal pressure. With no jobs, no future, and no …
Used. Lied To. Left Behind. We Are Rising Against It. The youth are the largest and most powerful population—but we are the most exploited. Politicians remember us only during elections. They praise us in speeches, promise us jobs, and call …
Ugandan youth are rising—but we cannot do it alone. For too long, we’ve been abandoned by those in power. Unemployed, unheard, and unrepresented, yet full of ideas, energy, and the will to build a better country.
Donate TodayGet in Touch — Be Part of the Change
Whether you’re a young Ugandan ready to rise, an ally who wants to support, or a partner who believes in justice—we want to hear from you.
Don’t stay silent. Reach out. Speak up. Stand with us.
Because real change begins when voices connect.
Email us today!: youth@nationalyouthmovement.org
Let’s Connect. Organize. Build Together.
Whether you're a young person ready to take action, a supporter who wants to help, or someone with a story to share—we want to hear from you. The National Youth Movement Uganda is powered by real voices, real struggles, and real solutions.
Have a question? Want to join the movement? Facing injustice in your community? Reach out. This is your platform too.
