who We Are
Elevating Women’s Leadership & Governance
In the early 1990s, the Government of Uganda adopted affirmative action including women in politics and decision making positions as a strategy to promote gender-balanced representation. This resulted in increased women’s representation in Parliament from 19% in the 6th Parliament (1996–2001) to 35% in the 9th and 10th Parliament (2011–2016, 2016–2021) respectively By increasing female representation, we embrace diverse perspectives that enhance policy-making and drive societal progress. Supporting women leaders not only promotes gender equality but also strengthens democratic systems, ensuring that all voices contribute to shaping a better future. Read more
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Increased Representation
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Diverse Perspectives
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Fostering Gender Equality
PROGRAMS
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WLDIEmpowering women in governance is essential for fostering inclusive decision-making and advancing feminist principles
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WLDIEmpowering women in governance is essential for fostering inclusive decision-making and advancing feminist principles
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WLDIEmpowering women in governance is essential for fostering inclusive decision-making and advancing feminist principles
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WLDIEmpowering women in governance is essential for fostering inclusive decision-making and advancing feminist principles
Who We Are
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Our Vision
A just, equitable and sustainable world in which every person enjoys the right to a life of dignity, freedom from poverty and all forms of oppression.
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Our Mission
To achieve social justice, gender equality, and poverty eradication by working with people living in extreme poverty and exclusion, their communities, people’s organizations, activists, social movements and their supporters.
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Our Values
WLDI will strive to continuously learn and adapt in the ever-changing socio-economic and political context in Uganda to ensure that the women, Girls and disability empowerment models adopted are relevant and effective.
Our core values
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Unity in Diversity
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Feminist Values
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Respect
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Partnerships And Collaborations
Our Blog & News
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Growing Together: Empowering Women in Agriculture through Skills and Resources
Through the Women’s Learning and Development Initiative (WLDI), women are gaining vital skills in sustainable agriculture. By training them in crop management, harvesting, and market access, WLDI empowers women to achieve economic independence, strengthen food security, and foster resilience within their communities, paving the way for a sustainable future.
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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Strengthening Skills for Sustainable Success
With support from the Women’s Learning and Development Initiative (WLDI), local vendors are enhancing their business skills, from financial literacy to customer service. These skills empower women to grow their enterprises, better serve their communities, and achieve greater economic stability, creating a positive impact that resonates throughout local markets.