African Women and Youth Action for Development

AWYAD @ 10! This December 2026, we celebrate 10 years of impact transforming lives of women, youth & communities across Uganda. We call upon the public, partners, donors & friends to join us as we mark this milestone! #AWYADAt10 #10YearsOfImpact #AWYADAnniversary

Still celebrating Women's Month! Kisoro District marks #IWD2026 with pride! Huge thanks to @AWYAD_UG and partners for championing women's empowerment initiatives. #WomenEmpowerment #IWDUG2026 #KisoroDistrict #ForAllWomenAndGirls

Cultural leaders play a vital role in shaping community norms and driving change. @AWYAD_UG with SDCDO & DHE, engaged these leaders in training on SRHR & strengthening uptake of SGBV services in Wadelai subcounty in Pakwach. We are building safer & more supportive communities.

AWYAD’s February Newsletter is out! From child protection to GBV prevention, youth empowerment, SRHR, and livelihood support - February was a powerful month of impact across Uganda’s communities. Read the full newsletter here: 👉 awyad2024-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal… #AWYAD #Protection

The Senior Probation and Social Welfare Officer in Mayuge district is spearheading efforts to popularize the referral pathway at Imanyiro sub county. This initiative aims to strengthen support systems for vulnerable populations. #MayugeDistrict #SocialWelfare

📍Nakivale Refugee Settlement Ongoing donor mission with our partners @CAREUganda & @CARENorway to monitor progress of STEPs activities. we continue strengthening support systems that empower refugee women and girls through safe spaces, protection and skills development.

Refugee men in Kyegegwa District are stepping up as champions of family prosperity! Through @AWYAD_UG's VSLA Kits distribution, they're igniting a savings mindset & boosting financial stability, enabling fathers to plan and secure their loved ones' futures. #AGILEProject

Kyegegwa district refugee women take a significant step towards financial empowerment! Thanks to VSLA Kits provided by @AWYAD_UG, savings culture is strengthened, financial resilience is enhanced, and communities are thriving. Appreciation to #AGILEProject.

@AWYAD_UG distributed VSLA Kits to 44 groups in Kyegegwa district, strengthening savings culture, boosting financial resilience, & empowering communities to thrive. Thanks to the #AGILEProject, funded by the EU & GIZ, and implemented with War child, PSFU & partners. #VSLA

“Amid injustice & inequality, do we dare celebrate? Yes. Because celebration honours the courage of women who speak up, stand up & demand justice.” At a UN General Assembly event this week, @UN_Women Goodwill Ambassador Anne Hathaway spoke about the fight for women's rights.

Our #IWD2026 celebrations in Rwamwanja refugee settlement brought everyone together, bicycle racing was one of the exciting activities! Honored to host the Chief Magistrate of Kamwenge Court. No justice when half the population is left behind @Refugees #ForAllWomenAndGirls

This #IWD2026, Kyangwali Refugee Settlement celebrates those who refuse to stay silent in a world that expects them to. We honor the women who speak up, stand tall, and demand justice amid inequality and injustice. @Refugees #ForAllWomenAndGirls #happywomensday2026

@NaomiAyot @Refugees Appreciate it, @NaomiAyot! The strength of our localization is at the heart of creating lasting impact for women and girls.

@AWYAD_UG @Refugees Great work on ground our localization champions

At the #IWD2026 commemoration in Nakivale Refugee Settlement, @AWYAD_UG & @Refugees joined voices with global women’s rights movements, urging renewed commitment to justice, protection, action especially for displaced women & girls seeking safety and hope. #ForAllWomenAndGirls

In Kyakka Refugee Settlement, @AWYAD_UG, @Refugees, @NRC_Norway, & partners continue to uplift the rights, dignity & leadership of all women and girls during our #IWD2026 celebrations. Equality without refugee women isn't equality at all. #ForAllWomenAndGirls #HappyWomensDay

Today on #IWD2026, Oruchinga Refugee Settlement celebrates the strength, and resilience of women, mothers, daughters, leaders, entrepreneurs, & changemakers. Shaping our communities, including those forced to flee. @Refugees @NRC_Norway #ForAllWomenandgirls #HappyWomensDay

In Nakivale, Rwamwanja, Kyaka II & Oruchinga refugee settlements - the call is louder than ever: Rights ↑ Justice ↑ Action. Communities rise, resist & rebuild after being forced to flee. Equality demands every displaced voice is seen, heard and centered. @Refugees #IWD2026