REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI)

Watch out for The Phoenix Podcast! "The Power of Perseverance and Hope in Forcibly Displaced Women" airs LIVE today at 6pm EAT on all RPDI social media pages.

@irmghub @rpdi_ug @LcaUganda @CapaidsUganda @ipfug @MukisaFound @reachahand @AFFCAD @KabubbuP @WezeshaImpact_ @ACODEVU @SetHerFree1 @esauganda02 Grateful to @irmghub for supporting @LcaUganda with this capacity building component and to @hiltonfound @BarriShorey for enabling us as local actors build our capacity to be better stewards of humanitarian response.

Having you as a Refugees Led organization in this organizational capacity building milestone enables practices & systems to center in the uniqueness of the refugees' polpulation. The secretariat @CapaidsUganda is grateful for your participation @rpdi_ug #RLO #LCA

📍Launch of the Two-Generational ECCD Model The launch was held on 31 July 2025 at Golden Tulip Kampala, organized by the Local Coalition Accelerator Uganda (LCA Uganda) with support from the Conrad @hiltonfound The event officially introduced LCA’s Two-Generational Model for Early Childhood Care & Development (ECCD), outlined its strategy and goals, and rallied diverse stakeholders to commit to enhancing early childhood outcomes and family well-being. Core Objectives Announced •Advance developmental outcomes for children aged 0–5 through quality ECCD. •Strengthen livelihoods of vulnerable families—including refugees—through cash assistance and business training. •Establish LCA as a professional body with a fully staffed, independent secretariat. Key Targets Highlighted •Capacity-building: 85 practitioners trained; 8 coordination forums held to influence ECCD policy. •Centre upgrades & child reach: 22 centres improved to meet quality standards; 520 children enrolled, with 70% projected to demonstrate literacy, cognitive, and socio-emotional improvements. •Livelihoods: 138 youth trained; 150 Self-Help Groups supported; 520 households receive cash grants, with 94% of SHGs able to provide low-interest loans. •Institution-building: 13 member organizations provided with capacity support; secretariat formed and 60% of organizational development plans completed. Expected Impact Shared The initiative aims to improve children’s school readiness, boost household economic resilience, and establish a sustainable, professional LCA Uganda capable of leading ECCD efforts in Greater Kampala and beyond. Participants The event brought together representatives from government agencies (@OPMUganda , @KCCAUG , @MoGLSD ), development partners, local authorities, LCA’s 13 member NGOs, civil society, community leaders, and media. The event closed with a call for partners to align funding, share evidence, and advocate for inclusive ECCD—ensuring every child and caregiver has the opportunity to thrive. @ipfug @Wezesha_impact @unwomenuganda @REALUGANDA1 @relonuganda

Integrating Policy with Practice During the IRMG Training on Safeguarding, under the discussion on Risk Matrix formulation, Agaba Robert, Head of Programs at Set Her Free @SetHerFree1, emphasized that a "zero-tolerance" policy is only effective when supported by clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). He noted that while policies set the standard, SOPs provide the essential roadmap for handling cases consistently and safely. Furthermore, Robert advocated for a participatory approach to risk management, stating that controls are most effective when co-created with all staff. Involving the entire team ensures that mitigation strategies are informed by diverse perspectives and benefit from collective ownership. #LCAUganda #IRMG

"Safeguarding isn't just a skill—it's a mandate." — Kagoda Enoch, ED of @KabubbuP, closing out the latest LCA Uganda milestone of training member organizations in Safe Guarding and Risk management. He highlighted that for CSOs serving vulnerable groups and urban refugees, risk management training is key to becoming better duty bearers. Huge thanks to @CapaidsUganda for the coordination! Now, the call to action for all members: Let’s take this knowledge home to overhaul our systems, procedures, and accountability for the communities we serve. #Safeguarding #LCAUganda #CapacityBuilding

Day 3 concludes ✅ The @LcaUganda Safeguarding Training has successfully wrapped up! Grateful to all participants & partners. Together we strengthen safeguarding & accountability. #Safeguarding #LCAUganda #IRMGImpact #Accountability #Partnership #CommunityTransformation

Leaders from @LcaUganda member orgs at the safeguarding training: Joan Atimango @GirlUpUganda Agaba Robert @SetHerFree1 (mid) Bikala Kenneth @esauganda02 (extreme left) Their voices strengthen safeguarding & accountability across communities. #Safeguarding #LCAUganda #IRMGImpact

The training focused on Risk Management, Registration & Assessments—strengthening our commitment to building accountable organizations through practical dialogue and tools.

Two staff members of the RPDI team were proud to be part of the LCA Safeguarding Training, successfully concluded from 13th–15th April 2026. #Safeguarding #LCAUganda #IRMGImpact

Day 3 of the LCA Safeguarding Training is underway Focus: Risk Management, Registration & Assessments. Building stronger, accountable organizations through practical dialogue & tools. #Safeguarding #LCAUganda #IRMGImpact

@LillianKagoda, Child Protection & Safeguarding Officer @KabubbuP, member organization @LcaUganda. Her leadership in child protection strengthens our safeguarding journey & inspires safer, accountable organizations. #Safeguarding #ChildProtection #LCAUganda

Preparation is cheaper than a crisis During our Day III session, Richard Guma (Finance & Admin Manager, ACODEV) shared a vital lesson on risk: Knowing the "what," the "who," and the "impact" is only the beginning. He reminded us that a Risk Register is a predictive tool, not just a historical record. "We must be cognizant of even the most unlikely risks," Richard noted. In the world of CSOs and coalitions, ignoring a 'low-likelihood' risk can quickly turn into an expensive but preventable disaster. #LCAUganda

Happy Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim community and friends! May this Eid bring you peace, happiness, and abundant blessings.

Our Commitment: Girls' rights to dignity, protection, and safety.

With a focus on improving safety, hygiene, and restoring dignity at school, RPDI is building an Eco-San female-friendly toilet with a shower room unit at St. Anne's Preparatory School in Kabowa to ensure learners thrive.

Throwing back to December, we launched a bold and innovative initiative to promote decent toilets, and our message remains clear: Accessing sanitation is a fundamental right for every girl. Everyone everywhere should have access to clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene.

📩 How to Apply: Send your application letter, CV, and academic documents to: 📧 realphoenixdevinitiative@gmail.com 📅 Deadline: 20th January 2026 ✨ Women and refugees are strongly encouraged to apply. Together, we build dignity, rights, and opportunity.

“Where Clean Water Reaches, Life Rises”, a Poem by an Eritrean Refugee Poet recited at the official launch of the Solar-Powered Well in Lungujja.