Uganda Women's Network

Today, we conclude a two-day advocacy and writing capacity enhancement session, in partnership with @femritewriters, to equip young women with practical writing skills to strengthen their ability to communicate issues affecting them, develop compelling advocacy messages, and use writing as a tool for influencing change.

The sessions provided an opportunity for young women in community leadership and universities to strengthen their confidence in expressing their ideas, documenting experiences, and engaging in advocacy processes.@twongye

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MYTH: “Young women are not interested in leadership.” ❌

FACT: When asked about their leadership aspirations, 42% of young women said they would consider taking up leadership roles, while 85% expressed confidence in their ability to lead. Of these, 45% were very confident, and 40% were somewhat confident.

These findings are drawn from a survey conducted by @UWONET in partnership with @WDNUganda on public perceptions and attitudes towards young women's participation in leadership in Uganda. The study covered communities and universities in Kampala, Mukono, and Wakiso.

The findings challenge assumptions that young women lack interest or confidence in leadership. However, translating this interest into active participation requires practical skills, safe and inclusive platforms, mentorship and sustained support.

Today, UWONET is working with @femritewriters to equip young women with practical skills in writing for advocacy and strengthen their ability to articulate issues, participate meaningfully in leadership, and influence decisions.

The training brings together young women in community leadership and students from @Makerere, @UCUniversity, @iuiuac, @BishopStuartUni, @UElgon, @NYCofUganda, @NkumbaUni, @Ugwrti, @kyambogou, @CavendishUg, @OfficialMubs and @KingCeasorUni.

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I thank UWONET and her partners for the trainings we have received under the #GROW Project. My wife and I have learnt the importance of good leadership in the home and sharing decision-making power. I have learnt to listen to my wife and children and to involve them in my businesses. - Isaiah Bunjo Kabukuru and Okia Jane Racheal, a power couple from Nakawa, testified.

The GROW Project promoted positive masculinity, encouraging men to become supportive partners, embrace shared responsibility, and involve their spouses in economic decisions for improved family development.

Implemented in collaboration with @Mglsd_UG, with funding from @WorldBankAfrica, the project strengthened couples' capacity to build more equitable and supportive households.

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Last week, UWONET joined Mayuge District stakeholders for the FY 2027/28 district budget conference to review the state of the district's economy, assess progress on previous commitments, and discuss development priorities for the coming financial year.

As the district prioritises human capital development, agro-industrialisation, and infrastructure, we advocated for investments in strengthening GBV referral systems, expanding adolescent-friendly health services, promoting school retention and re-entry, and supporting community-based prevention initiatives.

With young people making up a significant proportion of Uganda's population, responsive planning and budgeting are essential to harnessing their potential and ensuring they contribute meaningfully to the district's development.

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Today, we concluded the Male Action Groups (MAGs) training to equip men with knowledge and skills to challenge harmful gender norms, address gender-based violence, and promote women's economic empowerment. The training brought together male champions from Lwengo, Butambala, Masaka, Masaka City, Kyotera, Rakai, Lyantonde, Kalangala, Kalungu, Bukomansimbi, Mpigi and Gomba districts.

As they return to their communities, these male champions will become change agents for shared responsibility, supporting women's participation in decision-making and challenging practices that limit women's rights and opportunities.

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