Forum for Women in Democracy Uganda

                                                                                               Actors in gender equality generally do a great job. Imagine if there was more collaboration, prioritizing communities in these partnerships, and an evidence-based approach. Forum for Women in Democracy ( FOWODE) recognizes that fostering sisterhood and solidarity necessitates the inclusion of women and girls and commits to harnessing their collective potential. This is one of the highest forms of women’s empowerment and yet more still needs to be done. It is important that gender-sensitive laws and policies are enacted and in particular those addressing sexual and gender-based violence. However, beyond the enactment of these laws and policies, all stakeholders must ensure that they are implemented. Many countries, including Uganda, are well known for having excellent gender-responsive legislation but are a “far cry” in terms of implementation. Suffice to mention that in many cases these

                             In recent years, the global community has witnessed a significant shift in recognizing the invaluable contributions of women to society. Empowering women and ensuring their rights and opportunities are upheld has become a global priority. Against this backdrop, the Women Deliver 2023 Conference serves as a platform to convene leaders, advocates, and change-makers from around the world, sharing ideas and strategies to promote gender equality. The Women Deliver Conference is a renowned gathering that advocates for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. The event brings together activists, policymakers, and influencers to discuss pressing issues, share best practices, and develop innovative solutions. The conference acts as a catalyst for change, propelling the women's rights movement forward. Though we derive our work from grassroots levels, Forum for Women in Democracy, FOWODE’s commitment to empowering women has earned it recogniti

As we prepare to dissect intersection approaches to women’s rights at the Women Deliver 2023 conference in Rwanda, chasing the Wada Dream Documentary has been selected to film during the conference. Africa is always last in the queue for not only technological advancement but also development, investment and promotion of fundamental human rights, among others. A key priority for Women Deliver and partners is to ensure that WD2023 is symbiotic and beneficial to other key policy windows that advance Gender Equality, like technology advancement in the contemporary world.   In the Documentary film, Mercy , the coordination lead at Wada says they are going to give access to people on the continent and in the Diaspora to actively be part of this revolution. What is this revolution? Chasing the Wada Dream is the story of Mercy and Josh, Afia and Daniel and many other people bringing opportunity and education to Africa with the use of modern technology.   Africa is a beehive of underprivil

 As one of the largest multi-sectoral convening to advance gender equality, convening 6,000 advocates onsite, and over 200,000 advocates online from diverse fields, the Women Deliver 2023 Conference has been co-created by grassroots advocates, youth, civil society, governments, multilateral organizations, and the private sector, including from and representing communities facing systemic discrimination around the world.   Rwanda continues to make great effort in leading gender equality in the world. By 61.3%, it is the country in the world with first female majority in Parliament not forgetting that it has also promoted women’s health, made policies to advance equal pay and established laws criminalizing violence against women among others. This makes Kigali the perfect venue for Women Deliver 2023 because of its strong commitment to gender equality and girls and women’s health, according to Kathleen Sherwin, the outgoing CEO Women Deliver.   Women Deliver is a leading global advocate

“You have to have confidence in your ability, and then be tough enough to follow through.” – Rosalynn Carter We always seem to have great ideas but never the courage to follow through on making them reality. Push yourself hard enough to find within yourself the courage to bring about that change you have been dreaming up. 

“One is not born, but rather becomes, a woman.” – Simone de Beauvoir It is very easy for people to assume that some human beings are born women because they think being born female with all female parts simply makes you one. A great deal of work goes into becoming a woman whoever. It takes a lot of growing up, maturing, appreciation, getting over one's insecurities and breaking through society boundaries.  It is not easy to be a woman in our Ugandan society but you are, and so we say, may you be all woman as the women's month comes to an end.