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While at the #CSW70 conference, I also delivered a statement on the status quo of gender based Justice in Uganda and how the Ugandan legal system has ensured justice being accessible and responsive to the challenges of the young girls of Uganda. @UN_CSW @UNYouthAffairs

#CSW70 closes with urgency & resolve: justice for women & girls cannot wait. At a time of global challenges, Member States stood together delivering Agreed Conclusions & reaffirming gender equality as the foundation of rights, peace, and sustainable development.

We invite you to partner, volunteer, participate and join us for the 4th Edition of the childhood cancer colour run on May 17th 2026. Behind Every Step, A Child’s Story.

SHE HAS A NAME!!!!!!! Eva Ramón Gallegos successfully eliminates HPV

Yesterday, The Equal Opportunities Commission released a report on access to health services in Islands and Mountainous Areas in Uganda. Uganda has made notable strides in improving access to health services in island and mountainous areas, guided by interventions under NDP III and NDP IV. Government efforts to upgrade health facilities, expand community outreach through Village Health Teams, deploy mobile clinics, and digitize health systems have significantly strengthened service delivery. The introduction of climate-resilient infrastructure and enhanced emergency response frameworks further demonstrates commitment to equitable healthcare access. However, despite this progress, critical gaps remain. Many hard-to-reach districts continue to face severe health worker shortages, limited ambulance and emergency transport systems, and inadequate infrastructure. Geographic barriers such as reliance on water transport in island communities and poor road networks in mountainous areas continue to hinder timely access to care. Additionally, limited communication networks, high transport costs, and persistent disease burdens, including HIV prevalence and maternal health challenges, disproportionately affect these regions. While government interventions have laid a strong foundation, accelerating targeted investments in staffing, transport systems, communication infrastructure, and localized health solutions is essential to fully bridge the access gap and ensure that no Ugandan is left behind. #EqualOpportunitiesForAll

Eid Mubarak! 🌙✨ The Equal Opportunities Commission extends warm wishes for a joyful and peaceful celebration. May this special occasion inspire unity, compassion, and renewed commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunities for all. #EidMubarak #EqualOpportunitiesForAll

Very good exchange with the Mayor-elect of Arua, @LAlionzi, the youngest in Uganda. Inspiring to meet young leaders ready to take responsibility and shape their communities. Youth, inclusion and local leadership are vital for Uganda’s future. 🇪🇺🤝🇺🇬

📢 Public Consultation Call As part of the Strategy Development Process, we are engaging members of the public to share their views on key priorities, areas of focus, and interventions that would be most beneficial. We kindly invite you to take just 3 minutes to provide your input by completing the short questionnaire at the link below: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… Deadline: 27th March 2026 Your feedback is invaluable in shaping an inclusive and impactful strategy.

A delegation from the Equal Opportunities Commission, led by Secretary to the Commission, Dr. Shafts Nasser Mukwaya, met with the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance to discuss key gender and equity concerns in the ICT sector.

GENDER & EQUITY COMPLIANCE ASSESSMENT REPORT OF THE NATIONAL BUDGET FOR FY 2026/27: Finance Minister @MatiaK5 today received a report on the compliance of the national budget and ministerial policy statements with certificate of gender and equity requirements for FY 2026/27 from the Chairperson of @EOC_UG Hon.Safia Nalule Juuko. The Minister said the work undertaken by the Commission in assessing the gender and equity responsiveness of the national budget is an important accountability mechanism under the Public Finance Management Act, Cap 171. "Government remains firmly committed to ensuring that public resources are allocated in a manner that promotes inclusive growth & addresses structural inequalities," said @MatiaK5 The Chairperson @EOC_UG said the overall compliance remains moderate but improving with a score of 70% up from 68%. She said the national budget scored 67% while vote ministerial policy statements averaged 70%. She said emerging issues that hinder realisation of equal opportunities in the budget include failure to address regional issues in the plans and budgets and non adherence to the reservation schemes by ministries,departments & agencies.

This morning, @MoICT_Ug received a courtesy visit from the Equal Opportunities Commission (@EOC_UG ) team to discuss key issues affecting access, affordability, and inclusion in Uganda’s digital space. The engagement focused on citizen concerns, including internet access and cost, connectivity gaps, digital inclusion for persons with disabilities, online safety, and civic education. PS Dr. @azawedde highlighted ongoing efforts by the Ministry to expand regional ICT hubs, improve connectivity, and strengthen measures to address harmful online content. She also highlighted the importance of inclusive digital services, noting progress in supporting persons with visual impairments at the National ICT Innovation Hub through assistive technologies and targeted training programmes, with plans to scale these efforts nationwide. #DigitalUganda

Jobs 🚨 Applications are invited from suitably qualified and eligible citizens of Uganda to fill the vacant posts available in the Judicial Service Commission as specified below. Applications using Judicial Service Commission Application Form 1 of 2021 should be completed and submitted to the email address provided for each position not later than midnight of 23-03-2026. Please read Mandatory Instructions before submission.

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FIRST WOMAN TO WIN BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY IN 98 YEARS!!! 🥹❤️

Thanks to @NEPAD_Agency for bringing us together in the spirit of partnership to empower women and girls in #Africa. Let us work together to build a future where they can thrive in dignity and equality and realize their full potential. #CSW70

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Gender stereotypes remain a barrier to women’s access to justice unwomen.org/en/news-storie…

Today, I joined @UN_Women Executive Director, Dr Sima Bahous @unwomenchief , in a special meeting with our Global Management Team, the Regional and Global Directors, as well as Country Representatives at #CSW70 A huge appreciation to all as we support the @UN Member States and CSOs, together with our UN colleagues in delivering a very engaging 70th Session of @UN_CSW We look forward to Week 2 as the Commissions continues in session. It’s all about access to justice. It’s a true honour to serve as the ASG/Deputy Executive Director at UN Women for Normative Work at this moment, advancing the UN Charter commitments to non-discrimination and equality.

The @LeadershipCodeT paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Attorney General of the Republic of Uganda Kiryowa Kiwanuka @KiryowaKk.We gave him an appreciation award for his support to the Leadership Code Tribunal which is a young but key institution in the Anti-Corruption fight.

Imagine a world where justice is accessible to everyone. Everyone including women and girls. When there is practical action that ensures justice is accessible to every woman and girl, we accelerate achieving the #SDGs, particularly #SDG16 &15. "The Cost of Justice" anthology unveiling underpins that justice is a social and institutional responsibility. Congratulations to @BeatriceEyong @unwomenNG and South Saharan Social Development Organisation on successful unveiling of The Cost of Justice. Together as one @UN_Nigeria family, we are committed to working with @GovNigeria, civil society organizations, dev’t partners, and communities to strengthen access to justice and protection for women and girls.