Action for Development

✨ New week, new priorities….but where does online safety for women and girls fall? The reality is #DigitalVAWG continues to silence, exclude, and harm. This week, take a step towards change. Join @acfode X Space conversation under the @GlobalSpotlight Initiative to be part of a critical dialogue on ending online violence against women and girls. EVENT DETAILS: 📅 26 March 2026 ⏰ 3:00 – 4:30 PM (EAT) 📍 Live on X this link: x.com/i/spaces/1dGYl… #EndDigitalVAWG #EndTFGBV #SafeDigitalSpaces #AccelerateAction #WomensMonth #IWD2026 ----------------------------- @Acts101U @MurungiSanyu @Rights4Her1 @EASizeYange @HarrietKar80868 @UNDPUganda

🌍✨ Join Us for a Community Clean-Up! As we celebrate International Women’s Day under the theme “Scaling up investment to accelerate access to justice for all women and girls in Uganda,” @acfode invites you to be part of a meaningful community action 💪🏾 We’re organizing a Community Clean-Up Exercise tomorrow in Church Zone, Kamwokya II Parish to highlight the connection between: 🌱 Environmental protection ⚖️ Access to justice 🕊️ Peaceful co-existence 📅 Date: Tuesday, 24th March 2026 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM 📍 Meeting Point: Kamwokya Tresor Centre The activity will also include an awareness session on environmental protection, GBV prevention, and peaceful co-existence. 👉 Come through, bring a friend, and let’s create a cleaner, safer, and more just community together! @weeffect @KCCAUG @twongye #IWD2026 #CommunityAction #EndGBV #EnvironmentalJustice #keepkampalaclean

What will it take to make online spaces truly safe for women and girls❓ @acfode under the @GlobalSpotlight Initiative is organising an X Space conversation on "Accelerating Action to End Online Violence Against Women and Girls." This is your chance to be part of a timely dialogue on prevention, accountability, and collective action in digital spaces. 📍 Live on X via x.com/i/spaces/1dGYl… 📅 26 March 2026 ⏰ 3:00 – 4:30 PM (EAT) We’d love to have you join. Set a reminder by clicking the bell below 👇🏾 #EndDigitalVAWG #SafeDigitalSpaces #AccelerateAction #WomensMonth #IWD2026 ------------------------------ @UNDPUganda @MugaluNathan @weamartin @BelindaK_

We successfully concluded a two-day training in liquid and bar soap making for model couples and community facilitators in Kyegegwa District. The training equipped participants with practical, income-generating skills aimed at strengthening household resilience and promoting economic independence. During the session, the Gender Officer, Ms. Agnes Birungi, commended @acfode for the impactful initiative. Participants produced and sold bar soap worth UGX 210,000, with all proceeds reinvested into their VSLA groups to strengthen savings and sustainability. This was more than a training, it was step towards economic empowerment, stronger families, and safer communities. 👉 Let’s continue to invest in skills that transform lives. #WomenEmpowerment #EconomicJustice #EndGBV #CommunityDevelopment #SkillsForLife

ACFODE Hosts @Sida Delegation in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement Action for Development (ACFODE) had the honour of hosting a delegation from the @Sida during their visit to Kyaka II Refugee Settlement in Kyegegwa District. Led by our Executive Director, @ReginaBafaki, the visit highlighted ACFODE’s work in advancing gender equality, women’s empowerment, and peaceful coexistence among refugee and host communities. Through its partnership with @weeffect , @acfode is implementing initiatives that promote women’s leadership, economic empowerment through VSLA groups, GBV prevention, and community dialogue, including the Peace Hut (Nyumba ya Usalama) which provides a safe space for survivors of violence. The delegation also engaged with community members and project beneficiaries who shared testimonies on improved livelihoods, stronger family relationships, and increased awareness around gender equality. We appreciate the continued partnership with @Sida and @weeffect in advancing inclusive, resilient communities and sustainable development in Uganda. #GenderEquality #WomenEmpowerment #Partnerships #RefugeeResponse #ACFODE

📣 Mark Your Calendar! Online violence against women and girls continues to silence voices, threaten safety, and limit participation in digital spaces. It is time to #AccelerateAction JOIN OUR X SPACE CONVERSATION ON: Accelerating Action to End Online Violence Against Women and Girls 🗓 Thursday, 26th March 2026 ⏰ 3:00 – 4:30 PM (EAT) 📍 Live on @acfode via x.com/i/spaces/1dGYl… 🔔 Save the date 🕰️ Set a reminder 🔁 Share with your networks 👥 Invite like-minded individuals and organisations Let’s come together to learn, share, and explore bold actions needed to make online spaces safer for women and girls. #EndDigitalVAWG #SafeDigitalSpaces #AccelerateAction #WomensMonth #IWD2026 ------------------- @ElliotOrizaarwa @HerInternet @HarrietKar80868 @cweensnigeria @alexsimpsonT @EmpowerGirlsUg @WOVOP_org @DigitalRightsPK @GBVnet @RaisingVoices @wougnet @UNDPUganda @Mglsd_UG @Educ_SportsUg @EUinUG @NLinUganda @GlobalSpotlight @FIDA_Uganda @FOWODE_UGANDA @KaramojaWomen @UMWAandMamaFM @ICWEastAfrica @MEMPROWUganda

⚖️ Online violence must have consequences. This #WomensMonth, demand stronger protections for women online. #EndOnlineViolence #EndDigitalVAWG

On 10th March 2026, @acfode held Safe Space Meetings with women and girls in Kakindo Village as part of the celebrations of International Women’s Day under the theme “Scaling Up Investment to Accelerate Access to Justice for All Women and Girls in Uganda.” The discussions, held in separate groups for women and girls, created a safe environment for participants to openly share their experiences and challenges. As a result of the engagement, four girls were referred for vocational skills training in salon services, hairdressing, and tailoring to support their empowerment and self-reliance. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenEmpowerment

🕵️‍♀️ #WomensMonth reminder to all of us: verify information before sharing. False rumors and misinformation harm women and girls online every day. #FactCheckRespect #EndDigitalVAWG @HerInternet @HarrietKar80868 @cweensnigeria @alexsimpsonT @EmpowerGirlsUg @WOVOP_org

Yesterday, @acfode joined partners including the @OPMUganda , @Refugees, Refugee-Led Organizations, and other operational partners to commemorate International Women’s Day at Bukere Playground in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement. The celebration was held under the theme “Scaling Up Investments to Access Justice for Women and Girls.” The event brought together different stakeholders to recognize the importance of promoting women’s rights and improving access to justice for women and girls, especially within refugee and host communities. A highlight of the day was a powerful drama performance by members of the GBV Prevention Club from Bukere Secondary School, which reflected the theme and emphasized the need to accelerate justice, gender equality, and protection for women and girls.

🔒 Consent matters online and offline. Never share images without permission. Privacy = respect. #NoConsentNoShare #WomensMonth #EndDigitalVAWG

Today, the Domestic Violence Act Coalition delivers its statement in commemoration of International Women’s Day 2026. As we honour the women and girls of Uganda in all their diversity, we also call for bold and sustained investment to advance gender equality, protect women’s rights, and ensure that commitments translate into meaningful action. #IWD2026 #GiveToGain

🚫 Threats online? Not during the #WomensMonth Protect each other, and keep the internet safe for women and girls! #SafeOnlineSpaces #EndDigitalVAWG

This International Women’s Day, ACFODE joins the global community in celebrating the strength, leadership, and resilience of women and girls. Under this year’s theme, “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls,” we are reminded that advancing gender equality requires collective action to protect rights, ensure justice, and expand opportunities for every woman and girl. ACFODE remains committed to strengthening women’s voice, leadership, and participation in building inclusive and just communities in Uganda. ✨ Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026 #ACFODE #GenderEquality

📢 Our campaign to #EndDigitalVAWG is back! As we step into the #WomensMonth, we are setting the tone early: ZERO ONLINE HARASSMENT! 🔴 Speak up 🔴 Report abusers 🔴 Make online kindness go viral #EndDigitalVAWG #EndOnlineAbuse #SaferDigitalSpaces #WomensMonth ----------------------------------------- @jamesonen @kyamageroandrew @MenEngageUganda @men4womenss @BoyMentorship @Maninme_ug @GODFREY_Kutesa @RitaAciro @ElliotOrizaarwa @HerInternet @HarrietKar80868 @cweensnigeria @alexsimpsonT @EmpowerGirlsUg @WOVOP_org @DigitalRightsPK @GBVnet @RaisingVoices @wougnet @UNDPUganda @Mglsd_UG @Educ_SportsUg @EUinUG @NLinUganda @GlobalSpotlight @FIDA_Uganda @FOWODE_UGANDA @KaramojaWomen @UMWAandMamaFM @ICWEastAfrica @uwonet @MEMPROWUganda

This week, ACFODE conducted capacity-building sessions for girls in and out of school in Kwapa Sub-County, Tororo District. A total of 42 adolescent girls and young women (10–24 years) strengthened their knowledge on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention. The sessions supported participants to better understand consent, learn personal safety, and know where to access health, legal, and psychosocial support services. This work is made possible through collaboration with @UNDPUganda and @Mglsd_UG, under the @GlobalSpotlight supported by the @EUinUG and the @NLinUganda. Empowered girls build stronger communities. #ACFODE #SpotlightInitiative #EndGBV #SRHR #GirlsEmpowerment #GenderEquality #UNDPUganda #TororoDistrict #Uganda #CommunityImpact