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
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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40 Years of Impact. 40 Years of Change. From rural communities to national policy halls, @acfode has been at the forefront of advancing women’s rights and gender equality in Uganda. As we count down to our 40th anniversary on 19th November 2025, we celebrate every woman, man,
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Yesterday, 12th August 2025, with support from @UNDPUganda, @acfode Kasese held an inception meeting at the Kasese District Headquarters to launch the Spotlight Initiative, a project dedicated to eliminating all forms of violence against women and girls. The meeting brought
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@acfode is conducting a 2-day training of Male Gender champions in Gulu district, Paicho Sub-County. The training is focused on enhancing the understanding of Male Gender Champions on Gender Based Violence, Violence against Children, and the roles of Men in preventing such
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"The Future isn't waiting, The future is YOU". Happy International Youth Day! Today, we celebrate the energy, creativity, and unstoppable drive of young people everywhere; the dreamers, doers, and change makers shaping a brighter tomorrow. At @acfode , we believe that when youth
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The smile of an empowered woman is a quiet revolution. It’s the joy of finding her voice. The pride of standing tall. The power of knowing she matters. For almost 40 years, ACFODE has walked with women across Uganda from rural villages to policy chambers; unlocking potential,
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