Hello everyone!
My name is Yasmin I’m from Milano Italy, and I am writing these lines with a heart full of the vibrant energy that has surrounded me since February 10th—the day I touched down in Kampala. I am here to work with Mondo, an organization that truly believes in the power of digital transformation, and I must say that these first weeks have been an intense journey, moving through new landscapes and even newer perspectives.
Teaching the Future: My IT Lessons
One of the most rewarding aspects of my time here so far has been my work in the schools. Walking into a classroom and finding myself in front of young people so eager to learn is a pure shot of adrenaline. During our IT lessons, we aren't just studying how to manage data or browse the web safely; we are building bridges.
Seeing a student struggle with a digital tool and then, after a few attempts, master it with a proud smile, makes me realize how vital the Mondo Digital Competences Program truly is. Here, technology isn’t a luxury; it’s a key to solving everyday problems and dreaming of a solid professional career. Every lesson challenges me to be more creative and to ensure that no one is left behind.
A Meeting from the Past: The Shoebill
But Uganda isn’t just screens and keyboards. To truly understand where I am, I felt the need to immerse myself in its wildest side. Recently, I had an experience that I can only describe as surreal: encountering the Shoebill.
Gliding silently through the swamps, surrounded only by the sound of the water, and suddenly finding myself just a few meters away from this prehistoric-looking bird was breathtaking. It looks like a creature from another era—still, majestic, and slightly intimidating. It was a moment of profound reflection for me: while in the classroom we are racing toward a digital future, out here, time seems to have stood still for thousands of years. This contrast is exactly what makes my life here so special.
Looking Ahead
The warmth with which I’ve been welcomed since day one is something I will never forget. There is a spontaneous kindness in the eyes of the people in Kampala that made me feel at home much sooner than I expected.
These first weeks have been dedicated to listening and understanding the real needs of the communities we work with. Every meeting, every lesson, and every sunset confirms that choosing to come here with Mondo was the right decision. The road ahead is long, but my enthusiasm is through the roof!
Stay Turned for new adventures.....
Yasmin. :)
