Action for Development
@acfode
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Action for Development is a national women's interest organization; a strong advocate for the advancement of women and girls rights.
Kampala, Uganda
Joined May 2011
Today, we look back to 2022, when @acfode, with support from the Swedish Foundation for Human Rights, championed climate justice by advocating for the rights of frontline communities living around Mt. Elgon National Park. Through the project “Promoting Equitable, Just, and.
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As we celebrate #ACFODEat40, we know that climate justice = gender justice. Women are not just victims of climate change , they are leaders, innovators & defenders of our planet. We celebrate our 40-year journey by renewing our commitment to stand with women on the frontlines
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ACFODE in the News!. In the Daily Monitor, we joined national voices calling for urgent action on climate justice and gender equality in the judiciary. Our Vice Chairperson, Carol Idembe Bunga, emphasized the need for stronger coordination and coalitions, while our Executive.
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Dive into the inspiring story of how community-driven efforts are helping to prevent sexual and gender-based violence in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement and surrounding areas. This video showcases real solutions through awareness, education, and solidarity.
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This week, in partnership with WomenStrong International, we conducted a two-day training in Kasese for women cooperators of the Mt. Rwenzori Coffee Farmers’ Cooperative Union (MRCRU) on the social enterprise model. Participants were introduced to key concepts such as social
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RT @BagumaAllenK: @marknapier02 @RwenzoriMarathn @wekesa_amos @WasswaEmma_ @Uganda_Expozed Happy to witness here @RwenzoriMarathn live. Let….
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Thank you to all the participants who joined us at the National Strategic Engagement for Women and Youth Environmental Human Rights Defenders. Your reflections, energy, and commitments made this workshop a step toward strengthening coalitions, amplifying voices, and advancing a
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RT @VoiceConsults: Our CEO @aassimwe a senior @FIDA_Uganda member emphasises that Human Rights–Based Approach matters because It centers hu….
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“Without evidence, you cannot be an expert in advocacy.” These were the powerful words of Lady Justice Susan Okalany, who delivered the Keynote Address at today’s National Workshop for Women and Youth Environmental Human Rights Defenders. The keynote address centered on
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RT @WogemU: 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘄: National Workshop for Women & Youth Environmental Human Rights Defenders. Together with @UNDPUganda, @ACFODE, @F….
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RT @UNDPUganda: 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘄: The National Workshop for Women & Youth Environmental Human Rights Defenders. @UNDPUganda with @ACFODE, @FI….
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RT @AAssimwe: Ms. Annet Mpabulungi from @UNDPUganda emphasises that this project is aimed at strengthening CSOs & women environmental huma….
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RT @IanKingUg: Environmental justice is a human right. 🌍.At today’s workshop with women & youth environmental defenders, I reaffirm @UNDPUg….
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"On behalf of @UNDPUganda , I wish to extend our deepest appreciation to the Governments of Korea, Denmark, and Luxembourg for their generous support towards this project. Their commitment strengthens our collective efforts to advance sustainability and resilience, fully aligned
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Today, @acfode, together with its partners, @FIDA_Uganda and @UNDPUganda, is convening a National Workshop for Women and Youth Environmental Human Rights Defenders (EHRDs) at UNICEF Mbuya. This important dialogue is bringing together key actors in environmental governance to
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RT @gad_rogers: As we discuss environmental governance and human rights, let's not forget the decisions that impact the people and the envi….
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Would You Deny Your Daughter the Right to Work? Then Why Deny Other Women?. As you head to work today, pause for a moment and ask yourself: Are the women in my life also going to work, or do you still believe they should remain home? And if you are a boss, are you being fair to
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