WHO WE ARE

KYEYO INITIATIVE UGANDA

We are a non-profit organization committed to promoting the rights, safety, dignity, and well-being of Ugandan migrant workers and other Ugandans living abroad. We work collaboratively with government institutions, civil society organizations, diplomatic missions, recruitment agencies, employers, community leaders, development partners, the public and migrant communities to ensure that migration contributes positively to individuals, families, National and Global development. Our work covers every stage of migration:

Before departure,
During Transit
Pre-deployment and Onsite
During emergencies
Pre-Return, Return and Reintegration into communities

We believe every migrant deserves accurate information, fair treatment, equal opportunity, access to justice, and respect for their human rights regardless of where they live or work.

WHY THIS ORGANIZATION EXISTS?

Labour Migration became one of Uganda’s major sources of employment, family sustenance and foreign incomes. Every year, thousands of citizens travel to countries in the Middle East, Europe, North America, Asia, and other Regions seeking opportunities to improve their lives.

Unfortunately, many migrants leave without sufficient information about recruitment procedures, employment contracts, labor laws, cultural expectations, or their rights in destination countries. Some become victims of trafficking, forced labor, exploitation, passport confiscation, physical abuse, non-payment of wages, or psychological distress. Families back home often struggle to obtain information or assistance when their loved ones experience difficulties abroad.

Our organization was founded to promote safe, informed, formal and humane labour migration and to respond to such challenges. We believe migration should create opportunities—not suffering. By empowering individuals with knowledge, facilitating their access to trusted services, and advocating for stronger protection systems, we aim to reduce risks and improve outcomes for Ugandans wherever they are in the world, we aim to end human trafficking, slavery and smuggling.

OUR APPROACH

_{Our organization adopts a holistic, rights-based, and people-centered approach to promoting safe migration, protecting and supporting migrant workers. We recognize that migration is a journey with different stages—before departure, while at work, during emergencies, and upon return home. Our interventions are designed to represent, empower and support migrants and their families at each stage.}

COMMUNITY AWARENESS

Building Informed and Resilient Communities

Many migration challenges begin long before a person migrates. Misinformation, deceptive recruitment practices, unrealistic expectations, and limited access to reliable information can leave individuals vulnerable to exploitation.

Our community awareness initiatives educate individuals, families, and communities about the realities of labour migration. Through community engagement, we help people understand both the opportunities and risks associated with migration, enabling them to make informed decisions.

Expected outcomes:

Better-informed communities.
Reduced vulnerability to trafficking and exploitation.
Increased reporting of suspicious recruitment practices.
Greater public understanding of safe migration.

CAPACITY BUILDING</span

Strengthening kills and Knowledge

Effective migration management requires informed individuals, capable institutions, and well-trained community actors. We invest in building the knowledge, skills, and confidence of stakeholders who support migrant workers.

Capacity building ensures that service providers, community leaders, volunteers, and migrants themselves are equipped to respond effectively to migration-related challenges.

We also facilitate access to skills, knowledge and education to returnee migrant workers and human trafficking survivors for self and family employment and sustenance

We provide:

Training workshops.
Leadership development.
Skills enhancement programmes.
Volunteer orientation.
Digital literacy training.
Safe migration training.
Financial literacy education.
Entrepreneurship support for returnees.

Target groups:

Youths.
Community volunteers.
Local leaders.
Civil society organizations.
Faith leaders.
Families of migrant workers.
Migrant workers and human trafficking victims and survivors
Academicians and Researchers.
Government organizations and persons

Expected outcomes:

Stronger community support systems.
Better service delivery.
Improved preparedness among prospective migrants.
Increased community participation.

POLICY ENGAGEMENT

Influencing Better Migration Systems

Migration policies shape the experiences of migrant workers. We engage with policymakers and relevant institutions to strengthen laws, regulations, and systems that promote safe migration.

We believe effective policies should reflect the realities faced by migrants and their families.

We engage through:

Policy dialogues.
Consultative meetings.
Stakeholder forums.
Technical working groups.
Legislative consultations.
Government engagement.
Collaborative policy development.

Objectives:

Improve migration governance.
Strengthen worker protection.
Promote accountability.
Enhance access to services.
Encourage evidence-based policymaking.

ADVOCAY

Promoting Justice and Human Rights

Every migrant deserves fair treatment, dignity, and equal protection under the law. We advocate for policies and practices that safeguard the rights of migrant workers and improve their working and living conditions, we advocate for systems that promote safe labour migration.

Our advocacy work amplifies the voices of migrants and promotes accountability among appropriate institutions.

Our advocacy activities include:

Public awareness campaigns.
Stakeholder dialogues.
Human rights promotion.
Media engagement.
Community mobilization.
Policy recommendations.
Strategic partnerships.
Awareness on labour rights, freedoms and responsibilities.
Anti Trafficking

We advocate for:

Ethical recruitment.
Decent working conditions.
Equal treatment.
Protection from exploitation.
Access to justice.
Gender-responsive migration policies.
Respect for human dignity.
Effective re-integration