At Jochebed Foundation, we deeply honor and recognize the strength, resilience, and sacrifice of single mothers — especially in underserved communities where the weight of parenting often rests on their shoulders alone.
Being a single mother is not a choice for many — it’s a journey of survival, endurance, and unconditional love. These women work tirelessly, often without recognition or support, to ensure their children eat, learn, and dream. In many parts of Uganda and across Africa, single mothers face:
Being raised by a single mother can be challenging, but it can also be advantageous. Single mothers often face unique difficulties, such as:
However, many single mothers provide loving, supportive, and nurturing environments for their children, and children raised by single mothers can develop valuable skills, such as:
Ultimately, the challenges and benefits of being raised by a single mother depend on individual circumstances and experiences
