The Be Money Wiser organisation is set to celebrate individuals and entities championing the fight against poverty in Uganda, particularly among youth and women.
During the launch of the awards, Carolyne Amase, the team leader, highlighted poor mindsets and limited access to resources as major contributors to entrenched poverty in these groups.
Amase voiced concerns over the reluctance of many young people and women to embrace change, a significant obstacle to poverty eradication.
She noted that even organisations attempting to address these challenges struggle to connect with vulnerable communities, complicating efforts to make a tangible impact.
“Many youth and women are unwilling to adopt new practices, and organizations working to support them struggle to connect with these groups. This has made poverty eradication seem like a myth,” Amase remarked.
The annual Be Money Wiser Awards, scheduled for January 25, 2025, will honour individuals, private entities, and public organizations making outstanding contributions to economically empower youth and women.
The initiative seeks to recognise and motivate changemakers tackling these critical issues.
Since its inception in 2016, Be Money Wiser has directly impacted 2,000 to 3,000 lives annually, reaching over 70,000 youth and women across Uganda.
Through financial literacy and resource provision, the organization fosters economic independence and empowers vulnerable populations.
Amase emphasized that the awards aim to inspire further action and innovation in poverty alleviation efforts. "Together, we can build a better future by empowering our youth and women,” she concluded.
The event promises to shed light on the urgent need for collective efforts to uplift Uganda’s most vulnerable, driving a conversation about solutions that transform lives and communities.
