AWYAD is a women-led, women, youth and child rights and services focused national NGO founded in Uganda in 2010. Vision: A society where women, children, and youth are free from all forms of inequality and violence, and are at the forefront of development. Mission: Empower vulnerable women, children and youth, to rise up against inequality and violence and actively participate in socio-economic processes of their communities. AWYAD objectives AWYAD's mission is achieved through putting 5 Empowerment strategic objectives and 5 Advocacy objectives: Objective 1: Achieve gender equality and ensure the protection of vulnerable women, children and youth from violence and empower them to challenge gender norms that cause and perpetuate inequality and violence Objective 2: Promote access to education and skills for the empowerment of vulnerable children, youth and women to enable them contribute to the development of their communities among others, Strategic pillar two: Advocacy and influencing objectives. AWYAD primarily works with women of all ages , children of 2 years to 15, Youth of 16 years to 25. These categories include women with disability, children with disability, and youth with disability. Our programs target national women, children and youth as well as refugee women, children and youth in rural and urban communities. While we do not engage in sexual minority rights promotion due to legal implications, our target groups include working with sexual minority women and youth. We work with women as individuals, through groups and through women networks at community, district and national levels. We work with Youth as individuals, through groups at community level, through clubs at school level and through networks at sub-county, district and national level. We work with children as individuals, through families, through parents-support groups at community level and through clubs at school level and networks at sub-county, district and national level.
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THE ANNUAL GRAND BARGAIN MEETING IN UGANDA: Government of Uganda Pledges Commitment to Advancing the Localization Agenda to improve Refugee response and humanitarian action. #localization #GrandBargain #GrandBargainUG Uganda National NGO Forum African Women and Youth Action For Development CAFOMI Uganda Lilian Aber Watch 👉 https://lnkd.in/dBakvyuJ
At the Uganda Country Level Annual Grand Bargain Meeting, steven Wamono, Executive Director of AWYAD, the Chairperson of #GrandBargain National Reference Group provided a key briefing on the Grand Bargain. This initiative is dedicated to transforming humanitarian aid by prioritizing localization, improving funding quality, and strengthening equitable partnerships. Steven’s presentation highlighted how these core elements are crucial for enhancing the effectiveness and accountability of humanitarian efforts. The engaging discussions demonstrated how empowering local actors and ensuring optimal resource use can create lasting, positive impacts for vulnerable communities. #HumanitarianAction #GrandBargain #Localization #QualityFunding #EquitablePartnerships #SustainableImpact
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We are thrilled to share that yesterday, we held the @GrandBargain Country Level Annual Meeting, bringing together key stakeholders including the Government of Uganda, donors, international NGOs, and national actors. The theme, "Advancing Localization and Sustainable Humanitarian Impact through Quality Funding, Equitable and Accountable Partnerships," sparked meaningful discussions on how we can collaborate more effectively to achieve sustainable outcomes. Together, we are committed to driving forward the #localization agenda, ensuring that humanitarian actions are impactful and that partnerships foster equity and accountability. #Localization #HumanitarianImpact #Partnerships #QualityFunding #SustainableDevelopment
You are invited to a Zoom meeting. When: Sep 11, 2024 08:00 AM Nairobi Register in advance for this meeting: https://lnkd.in/dATFRQDu After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
It is our collective responsibility to end all forms of violence, particularly Gender-Based Violence (GBV). Our recent stakeholder engagement brought together key actors who are committed to accountability and action in our interventions. We need more voices to stand with us in the fight against #GBV. The participation of Local Council and Uganda Police representatives from Rubaga Division gives us hope that, when united, we can #eliminate #violenceAgainstWomenandGirls. Silence allows these harmful acts to persist. If you witness or experience GBV, don't hesitate—report it. Support is available, and together, we can prevent the loss of more lives to fear, depression, or worse. Let’s break the silence and put an end to violence. #SpotlightInitiative #EndGBV #StopViolence #BreakTheSilence
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I am deeply saddened by the passing of Hon. Sarah Mateke, Woman MP for Kisoro District and Minister of State for Defence and Veteran Affairs, which occurred yesterday. During her time as the Minister of State for Gender, Labour, and Social Development (Children and Youth Affairs), Hon. Mateke was a passionate advocate for children’s rights. She showed unwavering commitment to the cause and generously supported @joyforchildren whenever called upon. Our heartfelt condolences go out to her family, loved ones, and friends. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
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Over 60 million primary-school-aged children are out of school worldwide. For just £1 per week, you could support a child's education for an entire year. Help us ensure that all children receive the education they deserve. Today, Nick Hewer, Street Child Patron, Tom Dannatt, Street Child's CEO and Founder, Julie Polzerova, Executive Director at Street Child and Victoria Margereson, Programme Manager at Street Child joined various news channels, including Sky News and LBC News to discuss our Back to School appeal. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/etBwqNkh #FirstDayFeeling #BackToSchool #StreetChild
Deeply saddened by the brutal loss of Rebecca #Cheptegei, whose life was tragically taken by her ex-boyfriend. This senseless act is a painful reminder of the urgent need to end gender-based violence in our communities. At AWYAD, we have dedicated ourselves since 2010 to fighting all forms of violence against women and girls through our advocacy, awareness campaigns, and community-based interventions. Our work under initiatives like the #SpotlightInitiative strengthens our resolve to ensure #justice, #safety, and #empowerment for all. Let Rebecca’s story fuel our fight to create a future where no one has to face such #violence. Rest in power, Rebecca. #EndGBV #JusticeForRebecca #StopViolence
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Commit yourself to the noble struggle for #equalrights. You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country and a finer world to live in. Save the Children International Education Cannot Wait (ECW) steven Wamono Lutheran World Federation Matt Zeqiri
Commit yourself to the noble struggle for #equalrights. You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country and a finer world to live in. Save the Children International Education Cannot Wait (ECW) steven Wamono Lutheran World Federation Matt Zeqiri