Building on last year’s powerful Intergenerational Dialogue on Feminist Organizing, UWONET is currently convening a Feminist Think Tank to respond to the evolving landscape of Women’s Rights and Gender Equality centering collective leadership and bold reflection.

This space offers us a timely and critical opportunity to reconvene, reflect, and reimagine our shared commitments to gender equality, women’s empowerment, and the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda. The discussions will provide an opportunity to strategize on how best to

This space has a special place in my heart!

In conclusion of today’s Feminist Think Tank, UWONET extends heartfelt appreciation to all our members, partners, and allies who joined this remarkable dialogue. Your boldness to question, your vision to reimagine, and your commitment to act are the force behind our collective

This National Heroes' Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of the heroines and heroes, past and present, who have paved the way for a just, inclusive, and equal society. Their legacy inspires us to keep pushing boundaries and advancing rights for all.

This #WorldRefugeeDay2025 , we celebrate the strength, courage, and contributions of all refugees especially those of women and girls. Given the right support and opportunity, they lead, rebuild, and transform communities. Let us champion inclusion, protection, and possibility

To enhance Women’s Economic Empowerment, UWONET, in partnership with the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Ministry of GenderUG, has embarked on a journey to shift and transform social norms, attitudes, and practices among women entrepreneurs in the Central and Northern

Despite Uganda’s progressive constitutional and legal frameworks, many women still face cultural, social, and institutional barriers to leadership. These barriers are often justified by myths for example, that women don’t hold meaningful leadership positions. Today, we confront

"In the lead-up to 2026 general elections,it is crucial to amplify factual information ,challenge deeply rooted myths & build public consciousness on the value & necessity of women’s equal participation in decision making."- Uganda Women's Network #WomenLeadUG #NationalWomensManifesto

Today’s National webinar on women’s leadership and civic engagement seeks to: •Unpack myths & stereotypes that hinder women’s leadership. •Share facts & evidence of women’s capacity to lead. •Shift public attitudes on gender roles. •Mobilize youth & first-time voters ahead of

The National Webinar on Women’s Leadership and Civic Engagement has officially begun, moderated by akiteng isabella a seasoned Gender & Governance Consultant. Our distinguished panel includes Perry Aritua Executive Director of WDN-Uganda , kirabo Marion a Youth Leader &ED of

.kirabo Marion shared about her journey and personal experiences in her leadership career - student leadership at Makerere & politics at National level. She highlighted the tough conversations around sexualization of women in Academia... #WomenLeadUG #NationalWomensManifesto

“As we prepare for the 2026 elections, we must ask: is the playing field truly levelled for women? High nomination fees from 3 million UGX for MPs to 200,000 UGX for local leaders exclude many women, compounding existing economic, social, and structural barriers they face.” says

Apili Victoria is grateful for the contributions by women's movement in Uganda towards women leaders at local levels. The mentorship through trainings has improved their confidence & ability to mentor other younger women to join politics. #WomenLeadUG #NationalWomensManifesto

Ms. akiteng isabella the moderator has noted that Mentorship is one of the most powerful gifts as it t builds confidence, transfers knowledge, and opens doors for emerging women leaders and has been done mostly in Uganda women’s movement. Investing in mentorship strengthens our

Ms. Jean Ngobi appreciated @UWONET for organizing a timely dialogue and emphasized that while women continue to struggle for a level playing field in elections, the work must not stop at getting women elected. We must strengthen the women’s movement before, during, and after

📌Facts dispel myths, and when we know better, we must act better. Together, let us break down barriers, challenge limiting mindsets, and foster an environment that truly supports women’s political leadership, participation and representation at all levels.

#WomenInTech ... We appreciate the insightful training about the #ReCIPEProject #DigitalRightsUG #CivicSpaceTV Digital Literacy for Safe Civic Engagement by Center for Constitutional Governance (CCG) Showing on youtube.com/live/i4lzwopID… Trainer:sandra riza , ED HER Internet

Very insightful training on digital rights and emerging technologies as well as their implications on human rights, democracy and governance.

🟣 Are you familiar with its demands and priorities for the women of Uganda? 💭Drop your thoughts in the comment section! 📅 Join us in the coming days as we unpack its key demands, one at a time. Let’s unlock it together. #GenderEquality #The #Uganda #WomenLeadUG