BrighterMonday Partners with IUIU Female Campus to Boost Work-Readiness Among Young Women

BrighterMonday Uganda, in partnership with the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) Female Campus, is set to host a career clinic at the Kabojja campus on Tuesday, 18th November 2025.

Launched on Thursday, the initiative aims to equip female students with work-ready skills and forms part of BrighterMonday’s GenKazi Project, implemented in collaboration with the MasterCard Foundation.

The career clinic will run under the theme “Her Path, Her Power: Empowering Young People for the Future of Work.”

Speaking at the launch, Grace Audrey Imma, Head of Learning and Development at BrighterMonday Uganda, stressed the importance of preparing female students for the evolving job market.

“We’re delighted to be here alongside our amazing partners at the Islamic University in Uganda. It’s our pleasure to host a career clinic at the all-female campus in Kabojja,” she said.

She noted that the clinic is designed to offer practical, hands-on skills that extend beyond academic content.

“We are implementing the GenKazi Project in partnership with the MasterCard Foundation, focusing on ensuring that at least 70% of participants are female. I am excited to see so many young women eager to learn.”

Imma emphasized BrighterMonday’s commitment to producing job-ready graduates.

“It’s important that we support employers to find the right candidates. Our role is to ensure that students are work-ready and fit for the roles they apply for.”

The upcoming clinic is part of a broader strategy to ease the transition from university to the workplace.

“We are excited for the 18th of November, when students will explore how to navigate the world of work and identify opportunities beyond academics.”

Prof. Madinah Nabukeera, Director of the IUIU Female Campus in Kabojja, reaffirmed the university’s commitment to closing the graduate skills gap.

“We are hosting BrighterMonday to equip our learners with ready-to-work skills. Research shows a gap between what students study and what employers want.”

She pointed out that while universities focus on technical skills, soft skills remain underemphasized.

“Communication, personal development, digital etiquette, and workplace interaction are critical for employability, yet they are often not fully covered in university teaching.”

Prof. Nabukeera added that the partnership ensures students acquire both technical and essential soft skills.

“BrighterMonday is helping our students bridge the gap the industry has identified. Once they combine technical knowledge with soft skills, they will be highly employable.”

She also highlighted the unique role of the Kabojja campus as the only all-female university campus in Sub-Saharan Africa.

“This partnership strengthens our mission to empower women to compete effectively in the labour market.”

Eunice Innocent Katushabe, Gender and Inclusion Officer at BrighterMonday Uganda, emphasized the importance of empowering female students.

“We are here to fulfill our partnership with IUIU under the theme ‘Her Path, Her Power.’ When you empower a girl, you empower a nation.”

She reminded students that the clinic is entirely free.

“All this is free. Please bring your colleagues, especially females. We want every woman to access these opportunities.”

Katushabe said the initiative also responds to systemic gender disparities in employment.

“Research shows that over 46% of women in Uganda remain in subsistence work. Our clinic equips female students with skills to transition into productive employment.”

She added that the program also targets youth unemployment.

“Uganda is the second youngest country in the world, yet much of the youth population is underproductive. We must support each other to ensure young people, especially females, are ready for work.”

The career clinic will feature mentorship, workshops, and practical sessions on CV writing, interview preparation, workplace communication, and personal development.

By addressing the gap between technical knowledge and employability, the program aims to prepare graduates who are competitive, confident, and ready to join the labour market.