OUR VISION
An empowered, transformed and self-sustaining society free from human rights abuses, where Gender issues are considered and people live happy lives
OUR MISSION
To educate, empower, mobilize and reach Women and girls, Men and boys in communities and promote gender equality in all areas of decision making through capacity building, networking, monitoring and advocacy for improved livelihoods and sustainable development
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Key Gender Issues Addressed
KEY RESULTS ACHIEVED
Key Targeted Groups
Key Guiding Principles
ABOUT GWEFODE
Gender Equality and Women Empowerment for Development (GWEFODE) is a community based, charitable and not for profit non-governmental Organization registered with the government of Uganda.The Organization was founded in 2007 by a group of young women to promote gender equality and empower women and girls to become active participants in the development of their communities.
The formation was also a result of increasing Sexual and Gender Based violence, ethnic conflicts, gender inequalities, discrimination and violation of the rights marginalized groups such as Women, Youth, Children, People Living with HIV/AIDS especially widows and orphans, People Living with Disabilities and ethnic minority groups in particular the indigenous Batwa / Pygmies women.
The founders came with an idea to enhance sustainable livelihoods among the local underprivileged community groups especially women and children including widows, orphans and their caregivers by working with communities to contribute to a transformation in their status and wellbeing so that they can realize their rights and full potential, and become equal and respected members of families, communities and society.
Our programs such as Human Rights and leadership development, community livelihoods and economic empowerment, health education and advocacy aim at addressing gender inequalities and poverty by working with both women and girls, men and boys at all levels.
The organization geographical coverage includes the districts of Kabale, Rubanda, Rukiga, Kisoro, Kanungu, Rukungiri and Ntungamo in Southwestern Uganda.
Testimonials and Success Stories
Mr. Aheisibwe Silver - Head Teacher
This water tank has now reduced the burden of fetching water from long distances as far as Lake Bunyonyi. Access to safe and clean drinking water has increased and kitchen staff can now prepare meals for students and teachers in time. Thanks to GWEFODE and ECA for the support.
Ubuhoro Christine - Refugee
This project is an eye opener and has come to change my life and that of my children, I’m happy that I received treatment and care for a disease which had disturbed my life for a long time. I am happy that my child has received immunisation against killer diseases; I hope she will live a healthy life.
Nyiramurwera Sinate
I am really happy with this laudable initiative that has allowed me to follow courses in tailoring, Adult Literacy as well as follow topics on Gender Based Violence prevention, mediation of conflicts, HIV/AIDS and Women Rights. I encourage all those who work to help the women from the discrimination and suffering.
Sister Lucy Mahurire - Head Teacher
On behalf of St Teresa Girls Vocational School Rushoroza, I would like to extend our sincere thanks to KTCT and GWEFODE for having enabled us to have clean water at St Teresa Girls. It has been a big problem but as of now, girls are very happy, water is ever here and flowing.
Kimpaye Rosemary - GWEFODE Member
This training by GWEFODE has equipped me with skills to construct water tank myself. The money that I would otherwise have used to pay to a skilled mason will be used to pay school fees for my children. I will use these skills to construct tanks for other people at a low cost.
Tushabomwe Resta - GWEFODE Member
We are very happy to receive this water tank which has now reduced the time spent fetching water from long distances. It has also saved us fetching dirty water in swamps which is contaminated by human and animal feces, and the risks associated with this. am now using this time to perform other productive and economic activities to earn money...
Nzabonimpa Shariot - Refugee
I thought of poisoning myself and my child whose father is not known but I am now relieved. Now I can understand that I and my children have a bright future. I did not have anybody to tell my distressing problems.I am now able to deal with my experiences, Thanks to GWEFODE for the Counseling session.
Sabato Angelique - Refugee
The training that I got from GWEFODE provided me economic independence and helped me to gain self-confidence and prosperity for my family. I now have my own Sewing Machine, and i train all my siblings. My sister will also improve her knowledge and skills to become a qualified tailor.
Tumuranye Florence - Widow
In the past i was spending more than 5,000 shillings everyday to buy food and sauce for my family. Since i started kitchen gardening on my small land, I am spending less because I am sure of sauce. I am now saving money to buy scholastic materials and pay school fees for my children.
Featured Documents
A joint Statement on The Right of Indigenous Batwa People to Land and Natural Resources in Uganda Submitted by GWEFODE and France Libertes to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)
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