Mango Tree Uganda

11/02/2021

Look how our autonomy game changed already! After our in-house testing sessions (see previous post) we improved the concept of the game and upgraded the look and feel. This week we are testing the improved version with young women, man, councilors and partner organizations in Arua region, and what a success it is! The game is very much liked by the audience, and their detailed feedback to improve the game even more is very much appreciated by us!

04/02/2021

We love gamified learning, but no game is developed in one go. It's test-and-change multiple times. Good news: we love testing our games! We had a blast testing the (first) paper version of our autonomy game which we are developing for Cordaid to make girls aware about their decision power.
After improving the game based on our inhouse testing rounds, we will take the game to Arua District (Northern Uganda) next week, to try out the game with the actual target audience.

03/12/2020

Inspiration alert!
Today, at the International day for Persons with Disabilities, we like to show you examples of companies and organizations working on inclusion, that activate our minds.

An important step towards inclusion is inclusive communication. Making sure you communicate in the most inclusive way is very relevant for your customer segment and (future) employees. Going beyond recruitment, marketing and branding by making all your communication - both internally and externally - as inclusive as possible and welcoming all diversities.

Let's take a look at Barclays: at its website you can find a wide-range of support for people with different accessibility needs, from practical tools such as assistive technology for the visually and hearing impaired to advice on how to manage finances if you or a loved one has a disability. It also offers third-party bank accounts for those who may need additional support with accessing their finances, services to help with dyslexia and dyscalculia and those with dexterity challenges. This opens Barclays to a far broader customer base and boosts its reputation. It makes business sense.

03/12/2020

Inspiration alert!
Today, at the International day for Persons with Disabilities, we like to show you examples of companies and organizations working on inclusion, that activate our minds. Look at this inclusive product design of the Nike FlyEase!

The Nike FlyEase laceless shoe was inspired by a man with cerebral palsy but has been purchased by many more disabled and able-bodied customers.
MagZip, a system that enables zipping with one hand, was designed for a man who had dementia and is now used by brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Moncler, and Under Armour, whose related jackets are favored by cyclists.
What is your favourite inclusive product design?

03/12/2020

Did you know that 12.4% of the Ugandans is ready to work but is often overlooked in the employment process, simply because they have an impairment? We are proud members of Make 12.4% Work Initiative and are working towards becoming an (more) inclusive company. Today, at International day for Persons with Disabilities, it is the perfect moment to reflect on your organisation and see how you can become more inclusive! Inspire us and others, let us know in the comments what you are doing already!
Keep an eye on our Facebook today, we will have various posts to see the work that has been done so far and that inspires us to do even more, to make sure we become inclusive workspaces!

30/11/2020

Time to celebrate! The Ukarimu app is online 🥳

Would you like to learn the basics for a career in tourism or improve your hospitality skills? You can start today! Download the Ukarimu app and train yourself through 18 different modules, with exercises, games and reading materials. Topics include customer service, an introduction into tour guiding and CV writing.

The Ukarimu app is completely free and accessible offline. Download the Android App in the Google Play Store using this link: bit.ly/2HRd9vn

Ukarimu is initiated by EyeOpenerWorks and Mango Tree and created in collaboration with tourism training institutions in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa. Development of the curriculum is supported by Booking.com.

31/10/2020

We are looking for a new Managing Director! Do you think you are our candidate or you know someone, please apply or share in your networks.

Are you ready to lead a diverse company of inspiring creatives tackling Africa’s emerging development challenges? Do you share our passion for social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) and capacity building? Do you love solving problems and finding opportunities in challenging situations?

14/10/2020

Ever out of inspiration? 'Rethink the Object' is a great way to initiate creative thinking! During our co-creation session with GLOBAL HOPE, the health staff of Baylor hospital Botswana and various caregivers have come up with imaginative drawings. What would you make out a ball, a bucket and a pineapple?

06/10/2020

Online co-creations can be fun! See here the smiling faces of the Mango Tree & Global Rights Alert teams!
Global Rights Alert

17/07/2020

JOB OPPORTUNITY!!
Mango Tree is looking for a Creative Lead.
Do you share our passion for social and behaviour change communication? Do you love solving problems and finding opportunities in challenging situations? Do you want to be part of a diverse group of inspiring creatives tackling Africa’s emerging development challenges?

We are conducting interviews with suitable candidates as applications come in, so please submit your application ASAP.

Are you the Creative Lead we are looking for? Do you share our passion for social and behaviour change communication (SBCC)? Do you love solving problems and finding opportunities in challenging situations? Do you want to be part of a diverse group of inspiring creatives tackling Africa’s emerging...

24/06/2020

Our creative team is still working from home and has completed several projects successfully. We learned and adapted new online communication skills. Here you see our Project Lead, the amazing Priscilla Apio, talking to a client.

09/06/2020

Happy Heroes day!
Mango Tree produces behavior change communication tools on almost every topic you can think of. Our team of experts and creatives design custom made materials for your company or organisation through a process of co-creation with you and your target audience.