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Our conversation on online violence is underway. We are joined by a team from @UNASLI_ providing sign language interpretation to ensure inclusion and accessibility as we discuss the harmful effects of online violence and how we can collectively address them. This dialogue is supported by @unwomenuganda and @NLinUganda under @GlobalSpotlight through the HER Access: SRHR & SGBV Response Project. 💻 Join the discussion online: meet.google.com/kvt-hqzp-ciu #IWD2026 #EndOnlineViolence #InclusionTuesday

At the Domestic Violence Act Coalition planning meeting with CEDOVIP, reflecting on 2025, aligning coalition objectives, and co‑creating the 2026 advocacy work plan. Thank you to all partners joining us at Bahai Temple Auditorium. #DVAct #EndGBV #CEDOVIP #COGE

We have started day 16 of the #16daysofActivism with powerful energy at the High-Level Feminist Convening, and the conversations are still going strong. Our ED Josephine Kamisya opened the convening with inspiring remarks and set the tone for action as we climax the 16.

Last week, in partnership with @ACTAlliance, @DanChurchAid and @UWOPA, we facilitated multi-stakeholder dialogues on ending Technology Facilitated Gender-Based Violence. The dialogues drew diverse voices & strategies that actors can adopt to reduce the rising cases of #TFGBV

"Its is our duty as boys and girls, women and men to condemn violence in our communities," SSP Kintu Ruth, Deputy Commissioner & Legal Officer, Child and Family Protection Department @PoliceUg

The Chief guest SSP Kintu Ruth has had the opportunity to visit the exhibition stalls put up by children to share some of the items they have developed. #16DaysOfActivism2025

The Domestic Violence Act Coalition is currently having deeper reflections on the 2024 16 Days of Activism, diving into lessons learned and strategizing for an even stronger 2025 campaign against GBV. #16daysOfActivism #FeministFutures #Endonline

Yesterday we had a meeting with the Committee of Legal and Legislative services of parliament , @UWOPA and the Mover of the #MarriageBill2024 to fine tune the bill for the Second reading and to harmonize our position and support for the Bill. @equalitynow @GirlsFirstFund

#HappeningNow: Advocacy meeting with Uganda’s MPs on Teenage Pregnancy under the SHARE project with the aim of highlighting project achievements and impact on adolescent sexual & reproductive health. @FAWEUganda @WaterAidUganda @fhi360

In her submission, @EthelNaluyima the Woman MP of Wakiso district emphasized the importance of using a holistic approach to addressing teenage pregnancy. @FAWEUganda @fhi360 @WaterAidUganda

Yesterday, MPs & stakeholders made commitments to address teenage pregnancy in Uganda, including better SRHR policies, improved school re-entry, and prioritising adolescent health in budgets. Swipe for highlights➡️ @FAWEUganda @fhi360 @WaterAidUganda #TeenagePregnancy #SRHR

Under its convening mandate, IGAD has brought together women parliamentarians and leadership, duty bearers & experts from across the region in Machakos, Kenya for a Regional Dialogue on Gender, Land and Climate Resilience. Headline by Hon Irene Mayaka, Chairperson of the Economic Development Committee, representing the Deputy Speaker of Parliament- Republic of Kenya and Dr Juliana Mutua, representing the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development, the meeting focuses on the challenges and opportunities in women land ownership as they manage climate related and other resilience challenges. ‘Over 70% of the food in Africa is produced by women; yet they own less than 20% of the farmland. We have enough policies, protocols, and treaties on the books on women empowerment. The challenge is implementation and enforcement’. A Call for Action.

The Regional Women's Parliamentarians Dialogue on Gender, Land Climate Resilience concluded today! In his closing remarks, H.E @MAWarSO, appealed to the women legislators to leverage their positions and power to unlock resources for the advancement of Women's Land Rights.

📍 Kampala, Uganda | 25–26 June 2025 #IGAD, through its Land Governance Programme, convenes a National Dialogue on Women Parliamentarians to strengthen women leaders' capacity in land governance, climate action, and gender-responsive policymaking. 👥 Participants include: 🔹 Women MPs from key parliamentary committees 🔹 Representatives of women parliamentarian associations 🔹 National land institutions 🌱 The dialogue aims to: ✅ Deepen understanding of gender, land & climate links ✅ Build skills in gender budget analysis ✅ Identify strategies to influence policy & resource mobilisation The event is supported by @giz_gmbh, reinforcing strong international backing for gender equality, good governance, and climate resilience. 🔗 Read more: igad.int/igad-convenes-… #GenderEquality #LandGovernance #WomenLeadership #ClimateAction #KampalaDialogue2025 @ministry_lands @Parliament_Ug @Mglsd_UG

Hon. Sarah Opendi, Chairperson of @UWOPA256, emphasized that addressing teenage pregnancy requires deliberate and targeted action. #EndTeenPregnancyUG #EducationForAll #LetGirlsLearn #LetGirlsStayInSchool

Sometimes we get lost in statistics and forget the faces behind the numbers. We must stop blaming the girls. You can’t ask her why her father came to her room; Why her uncle raped her; Why her teacher abused his power. You can’t ask her why she got pregnant. - Hon. Flavia Kalule @UWOPA. @ReproRightsAFR @Educ_SportsUg @EOC_UG

Thank you Hon. Sarah Opendi @HonOpendi. I truly appreciate your dedication and leadership as a legislator. Your efforts towards finding solutions for Mother Uganda through a people centered legislation marked by inclusivity cannot go unnoticed. x.com/newvisionwire/…

Earlier today, we convened policy makers, women-led CSOs & media to challenge discriminatory laws affecting women’s freedom of expression & access to information. We discussed gaps in national & international legal frameworks & strategies for inclusive policy making processes.

On Tuesday, we joined @UWOPA and Parliament’s Legal Drafts Team members in a meeting to harmonize stakeholder views on the Marriage Bill, 2024. This meeting aimed to inform the final report that will be presented to the Joint Committees on Gender and Legal Affairs which is currently scrutinizing the Bill ahead of its presentation in Parliament. This activity is supported by the @Stand4herlandUg as part of its broader mission to enhance women’s access to land justice by facilitating and leading policy review consultations on laws and polices like the Marriage Bill that have a bearing on women’s land and property rights.

I today launched the Women in Agribusiness Week (WAW) at KCCA Hall with a call on government to support women engaged in agriculture. Only 6% of the women own land in Uganda a key factor in agribusiness. Access to credit still remains a challenge since most women lack collateral.