A traditional village beside the lagoon in Kiribati
Our Work

Eight areas of focus, one shared purpose.

Every programme we run connects back to helping young mothers and women across Kiribati live safer, healthier and more resilient lives, delivered through our eight Thematic Committees.

Business & Entrepreneurship
01 · Business

Business & Entrepreneurship

Daily life skills, financial literacy and entrepreneurial training for young mothers.

Our Business & Entrepreneurship Committee equips business-minded and unemployed young mothers with the skills and resources to initiate income-generating opportunities, increasing economic resilience for themselves, their children and their communities.

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Climate Change & conservation
02 · Climate Change

Climate Change & conservation

Building climate resilience and adaptive capacity for young mothers and their communities.

Our Climate Change Committee educates members on gender-responsive management of natural resources, helps implement gender equality commitments in climate action, and builds the confidence our members need to be resilient against climate injustice.

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Traditional Knowledge
03 · Traditional Knowledge

Traditional Knowledge

Preserving and passing on I-Kiribati culture, customs and traditional skills to young mothers and their families.

Our Traditional Knowledge Committee celebrates and safeguards I-Kiribati culture and heritage, connecting young mothers with traditional skills, practices and stories so they can carry their identity forward while building their futures.

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Fundraising
04 · Fundraising

Fundraising

Raising the funds that power our programmes, through community events and partnerships.

Our Fundraising Committee coordinates community-driven events like the Weightloss Challenge, market days and walkathons, and builds partnerships with donors and supporters, so every programme we run stays possible and sustainable.

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Sport & Weightloss Fitness
05 · Sport

Sport & Weightloss Fitness

Encouraging physical activity, healthy habits and community fitness challenges for young mothers.

Our Sport & Weightloss Fitness Committee runs community fitness activities and challenges, including our annual Weightloss Challenge, encouraging members to build healthy habits, confidence and camaraderie together.

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Projects
06 · Projects

Projects

Coordinating the workshops and campaigns that bring our strategic goals to life.

Our Project Committee delivers Nei Mom Uprising's programmes on the ground, from governance training to awareness campaigns, always guided by the priorities of our members and the communities we serve.

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Young Women
07 · Young Women

Young Women

Empowering young women and girls to know their rights, build confidence and lead safely.

Our Young Women Committee works to change the negative social norms that hold young women back, engaging our members in gender justice and standing against domestic and gender-based violence, so every young woman can move safely and confidently into her own future.

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Sexual Reproductive Health & Rights
08 · Sexual Reproductive Health

Sexual Reproductive Health & Rights

Confidential information and support on sexual and reproductive health and rights for young mothers.

Our Sexual Reproductive Health & Rights Committee provides confidential, judgement-free information and support on reproductive health, so every young mother has the knowledge to make informed decisions about her body and her future.

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Our Approach

How we deliver our programmes

Community Focal Points

Young mothers trained to connect their communities to information and support.

Workshops & Training

Hands-on sessions covering rights, health, climate and business skills.

Published Resources

Plain-language guides on health, rights and climate preparedness.

Referral Networks

Direct links to health, police and support services when needed.

Support Our Work

Ways you can help fund our programmes

Alongside grants and partnerships, Nei Mom Uprising raises funds through community-driven events. Join in, or help us run one.

Walkathon Nei Mom Market Days Weightloss Challenge → Bazaar Raffle Tickets Food Market Children's Fun Day Cleaning Services

Want to take part in a programme?

Join a workshop, become a volunteer, or bring Nei Mom Uprising's programmes to your community.