Our Impact in Uganda
Preparing girls to lead in STEM, robotics, and global innovation
Apps and Girls Uganda equips girls and young women with practical technology skills, confidence, and global exposure. Through robotics training, mentorship, and hands-on innovation programs, participants develop the ability to solve real-world challenges and represent Uganda on international STEM platforms.
How We Make a Difference
Our Impact Areas
Detailed examples of the real-world impact we're creating for girls in Uganda
International Robotics Exposure
Girls trained through Apps and Girls Uganda have participated in international robotics competitions, including representation at the FIRST Global Challenge — a prestigious global robotics competition bringing together youth from over 190 countries. Participants applied advanced robotics, teamwork, and problem-solving skills under global themes such as sustainable energy and innovation.
FIRST Global Challenge participation
Robotics for Real-World Problem Solving
Apps and Girls Uganda uses robotics and STEM training as a pathway for girls to move beyond theory into practical engineering. Through bootcamps and workshops, participants design and build robotic and digital solutions addressing real-life challenges such as environmental sustainability, automation, and assistive technologies.
Hands-on robotics and STEM engagement programs
Numbers That Matter
Measurable Outcomes
Girls and young women trained in robotics, coding, and innovation
Improved confidence and participation of girls in STEM education
Exposure to international robotics competitions and global collaboration
Development of practical solutions addressing community challenges
Changing Lives
Success Stories
Hear from the girls and young women whose lives have been transformed
Matilda Nakaye
Robotics & STEM Training
“Apps and Girls Uganda introduced me to robotics and STEM and gave me the confidence to work in a team, solve complex problems, and represent Uganda on an international platform.”
Akandinda Joy
Robotics Bootcamp
“Through robotics training and mentorship, I gained hands-on technical skills and confidence that changed how I see my future in science and technology.”
Why Your Support Matters
Investment in Apps and Girls Uganda directly supports girls to gain future-ready skills, global exposure, and the confidence to become leaders in technology and innovation.