Governance and Leadership

Governance and Leadership

We are committed to increasing the representation and influence of women and girls in leadership roles. We provide training and support to equip them with the skills and confidence to participate effectively in decision-making processes.

Breaking Barriers for effective Participation of women in Governance

We build the capacity of women leaders to provide steward leadership, through tailored advocacy and leadership skills training, and strengthening the roles of local group structures and management, disseminating the enabling laws and policies for women participation in local government businesses and understanding the budget and planning cycle in the districts of Nwoya Omoro and Amuru.

Empowering Women Leaders with Essential Skills

Our training program equips district-based women leaders, including councilors, women's council members, youth leaders, and community group leaders, with the essential skills to excel in their roles. Participants learn about budgeting and planning processes, develop leadership and self-management skills, master the art of writing position papers, and gain expertise in conducting effective dialogues.

By investing in these women leaders, we are empowering them to make informed decisions, advocate for their communities, and drive positive change at the local level.

Community Dialogues: Empowering Women's Voices

We conduct community dialogues in each sub-county of our area to address pressing issues affecting women. These dialogues will provide a platform for women to raise concerns, share experiences, and advocate for change.

Key participants include:

women community leaders
councilors
Gombolola Internal Security Officer (GISU)
Village Local Council I members

Issues raised during the dialogues are documented and presented in quarterly sub-county coordination meetings and to the District Gender Office. This helps to raise awareness and advocate for action on these pressing issues.

By empowering women to participate in these dialogues, we create a more inclusive and responsive governance system that addresses the needs and concerns of all community members.

Empowering Women Leaders to Strengthen Civil Society

Our training program equips women leaders with the essential knowledge and skills to build strong and effective civil society organizations (CSOs). Participants learn about the roles and responsibilities of CSOs, the principles of good governance, and basic bookkeeping.

By enhancing the capacity of these women leaders, we aim to foster a network of well-managed CSOs that can drive positive change in their communities. These organizations play a vital role in advocating for their constituents, promoting transparency, and holding governments accountable.

Through our training, we are investing in the future of civil society in Uganda and empowering women to be leaders in their communities.