About TAMIDA

Our Story

Founded in Dar es Salaam in 2011, with 15 years of empowering Tanzania's youth.

Our Story

TAMIDA Initiative was born from a shared conviction among a group of Tanzanian medical students, that young people deserved better access to sexual and reproductive health information, and that it was up to youth themselves to bridge that gap. In 2011, that conviction became an organisation.

Starting with a single school outreach programme in Dar es Salaam, TAMIDA has grown steadily for 15 years. Today we operate across 7 regions of Tanzania, running 11 programmes covering SRHR, nutrition, mental health, media advocacy, and leadership development. We have trained over 500 volunteers, reached 10,000+ young people, and forged partnerships with government ministries and international partners including DUF Denmark.

TAMIDA is youth-led, evidence-based, and deeply rooted in the communities we serve. Our motto says it all: Ujana na Vijana, TAMIDA na Wewe

Our Purpose

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To empower adolescents, medical students, and young professionals in Tanzania with comprehensive knowledge, skills, and resources on sexual and reproductive health rights, nutrition, and mental health, enabling them to become effective advocates and leaders in their communities.

Our Vision

A Tanzania where every young person — regardless of gender, geography, or background — has access to the health information, support, and opportunities they need to live healthy, fulfilling, and productive lives.

What Guides Us

Our Core Values

Empowerment

We believe every young person has the power to lead change in their community when given the right tools and knowledge.

Collaboration

We achieve more together. We partner with governments, NGOs, communities, and youth to multiply our impact.

Integrity

We are transparent, accountable, and honest in everything we do, from governance to grassroots delivery.

Innovation

We embrace creative solutions and new approaches to reach and engage Tanzania's youth in the digital age.

Inclusivity

We create safe, welcoming spaces for all young people regardless of gender, background, or region.

Our Journey

15 Years of Milestones

2011

TAMIDA Founded

TAMIDA Initiative established in Dar es Salaam by a group of passionate medical students and youth advocates.

2013

First School Outreach Program

Launched our flagship School Outreach programme, reaching 500 students in Dar es Salaam in year one.

2015

Partnership with Ministry of Health

Signed first formal MoU with Tanzania's Ministry of Health, validating TAMIDA's community health model.

2017

Expanded to 4 Regions

Grew operations beyond Dar es Salaam into Dodoma, Arusha, and Mwanza, tripling our reach.

2019

DUF Denmark Partnership

Secured international partnership with DUF Denmark, funding expanded capacity building and volunteer training programs.

2022

10,000 Youth Milestone

Celebrated reaching 10,000 young people through our combined programs, a landmark moment in our 11-year journey.

2026

15 Years & 7 Regions

Marking 15 years of impact with operations across 7 regions, 500+ trained volunteers, and 30+ workshops delivered.

“Ujana na Vijana, TAMIDA na Wewe”