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Leadership Summit: Uganda

We're Coming to Kampala!

Coming soon! Join 100 other passionate youth advocates for gender equality ages 13-25 at the 2020 Girl Up Leadership Summit: Uganda.

Overview

2020 Leadership Summit: Uganda
Update on Leadership Summit: Uganda

In light of the COVID-19 outbreak – after careful consideration of recommendations from major global health bodies including the World Health Organization (WHO) and working in coordination with our UN Foundation leadership team –  Girl Up has decided to postpone the Girl Up Leadership Summit: Uganda presented in partnership with the Cotton On Foundation.

The health and safety of staff, partners, speakers, and our girl participants is our top priority, and we’ll be exploring alternative future dates.

Join 100 other passionate youth advocates for gender equality ages 13-25 at the 2020 Girl Up Leadership Summit: Uganda, hosted at Makerere University in Kamala on March 21, 2020. The Summit is a jam-packed day of leadership training and skills-based workshops to educate, empower, and embolden the potential of every youth leader present. Hear from inspirational and influential speakers, participate in interactive sessions, and more. At this event, you’ll learn how to amplify your voice in the global movement for gender equality and lead local efforts to advance girls’ rights in your community.

This is the first Girl Up Leadership Summit on the African continent. The event is free of charge and will include breakfast and lunch. Thanks to our generous partner Cotton On Foundation whose support has made the Girl Up Leadership Summit: Uganda possible.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please email events@girlup.org with any questions or concerns.

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FAQs

About the Event

Who can/should attend the Girl Up Leadership Summit?
Participants must be students between the ages of 13-25 to register. We encourage youth of all genders to attend!

When and where will the Summit take place?
Girl Up has decided to postpone the Girl Up Leadership Summit: Uganda presented in partnership with the Cotton On Foundation. Click here to join the waitlist and receive updates.

Is there a cost to attend?
Admission is free for all attendees confirmed to participate in the Girl Up Leadership Summit: Uganda. Admission includes breakfast, lunch, a snack, and access to all programming.

I am interested or know someone who is interested in speaking at the Summit. Who do I contact?
Please email us all speaker inquiries at events@girlup.org

About Registration

Why am I unable to register multiple individuals at once?
Only one individual can register at a time. This allows Girl Up to capture all the information necessary for each participant including birthday, t-shirt size, dietary preference, and participation waivers.

When does registration close?
Registration closes once capacity is reached. We encourage you to sign up as an “interested attendee” as soon as possible.

Can my parent or chaperone register for the Leadership Summit?
No, due to high demand and youth-driven programming, no parents or adult chaperones may register for or attend the Leadership Summit. Parents with any questions or concerns should contact a Girl Up staff member.

Can Girl Up help me get a visa to attend?
Girl Up is unable to sponsor any travel visas. If you are attending from a country outside Uganda you must make arrangements to secure your visa prior to registering.

How can I apply for financial assistance for transportation and accommodation costs?
Girl Up is only able to offer travel financial assistance by invitation to select participating group. For further questions please email financialaid@girlup.org.

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