“Basadha Nibene male group in Bugiri distrcit in Bulidha Sub County- in Kibuye village was formed after realising minimal enagement of males in parenting roles, HIV/GBV prevention, joint planning for family resources and saving in VSLA. These men never considered that a men has a great role in altering the life of his family through positive parenting. Playing cards(Matatu), was more important to them than participating in developmental activities. They would disappear from their homes in the morning and return in the evening to sleep. After the formation of the group, the men discussed all the topics in line with parenting which has now changed their mindset to plan together with their family members and spend special moments together. The men were also trained in VSLA methodology and have started saving
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