Women of Uganda Network

We envision an inclusive and just society where women and girls are enabled to use Information Communications Technologies (ICTs) for sustainable development.

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

Sextortion thrives in silence. Speak out. Report abuse. Seek support.

🔗Report online abuse via our portal: https://t.co/WNuPwIwWkP

#EndSextortion

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

A friend request can seem harmless, but sometimes it’s the first step in a dangerous scam.

Online perpetrators often build trust through constant messages, compliments, and attention before manipulating their victims into sharing private content.

Stay alert. Verify who you’re talking to. Protect your privacy.

🚫 Don’t share intimate photos or videos online

🚫 Don’t trust strangers simply because they seem kind

🚫 Report suspicious accounts

Together, we can create a safer digital space for everyone

#EndSextortion

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

🚨COMING SOON!!!

[Cyber Harassment Support (CHS) @CHS_NPO]

CHS will record an international collaboration podcast tomorrow with Sandra Aceng, Executive Director of @wougnet .

Topic: technology-facilitated GBV, digital rights, women’s online safety & survivor-centered support.

Coming soon.

#cyberharassmentsupport
#WomenSafetyOnline

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

“Just send the money and it will end.”

That’s one of the biggest lies sextortionists tell.

Many victims experience repeated threats for days, weeks, or even months after making payments. Paying rarely guarantees the abuse will stop.

🚨Reach out for support via https://t.co/cQwP3pSrhk

#EndSextortion

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

🚨 The Attention Trap is REAL!

It often starts with compliments, attention, and promises of affection. But what seems like harmless online admiration can quickly become manipulation and pressure to share personal photos.

Sextortion thrives on trust, emotional manipulation, and secrecy.

Stay alert, protect your privacy, and think twice before sharing intimate content online.

🚩If someone pressures you to send photos, that’s a red flag, not proof of love.

#EndSextortion

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

This Heroes Day, we celebrate the extraordinary women who continue to shape our communities, champion equality, lead innovation, and drive positive change across Uganda.

🌸Happy Heroes Day to all the women heroes in Uganda. We honor you today, and everyday!

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

Following the gender training, participants in Oyam District took part in an ICT skills training designed to equip them with the knowledge and confidence needed to safely navigate the digital world.

The training covered online safety and digital security, practical computer skills, and internet navigation.

Participants gained hands-on experience using digital tools and learned how to protect themselves from online risks while accessing information, services, and opportunities online.

As Oyam communities prepare to utilize the Rural Broadband Model and Digital Empowerment Centres, these skills will be essential in ensuring that connectivity translates into meaningful use and lasting impact.

#BOLTProject #DigitalInclusion #CommunityNetworks #ConnectingTheUnconnected

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

To many, digital inclusion means connectivity. However, our #BOLT (Building Opportunities Leveraging Technology) project defines connectivity as the ability of everyone to meaningfully participate in digital access and usage.

Last week, communities in Oyam district participated in a gender training aimed at addressing harmful gender stereotypes, the realities of digital gender gaps and practical strategies for promoting equitable access and usage of technology.

The training laid an important foundation for meaningful participation in the digital space and the successful implementation of the Rural Broadband Model and digital empowerment centers that will be deployed.

#DigitalInclusion #BOLTProject #CommunityNetworks #ConnectingTheUnconnected

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

🙏Today, we honor the brave souls who chose faith over fear, and left a legacy that still shines today.

Happy Martyrs Day!

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

The clock ⏰ is ticking.

The call for sessions is still open for #DataTamashaAfrica26 till 31/05/2026.

From AI governance and feminist innovation to community-led data systems and digital futures. This is your chance to shape the conversations defining Africa’s data ecosystem.

And while you’re at it, register to join us in Zanzibar from 19-21 August 2026 for three days of bold ideas, showcases, dialogues, and community-centred innovation.

📍Zanzibar

Apply for a session and register now via https://t.co/AoyoMe9adC

#JengaNaData #DTA2026

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

May your prayers be answered, your sacrifices accepted , and your life filled with blessings,love and light.

Happy Eid al-Adha🌙

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

We recently joined key stakeholders at the High-Level Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue on Business and Digital Rights, convened by @cipesaug.

The engagement created important conversations around Digital Public Infrastructure(DPI), Artificial Intelligence, and the need to advance digital solutions that respect and protect human rights, especially women and children.

[The Full Picture @fullpicturenet]

🤔 Does gendered disinformation only include malicious lies against cis-women?

🧐The answer, of course, is... NO!

‼️Because ➡️ Gendered disinformation can potentially target all women & marginalised genders/sexualities.

#IDAHOBIT #IDAHOBIT2026 @iamuhai @wougnet #TheFullPicture

[Internet Society Foundation @ISOC_Foundation]

❗Reminder: Don’t miss our upcoming webinar on the Common Good Cyber Fund!

👉Join us on 20 May at 14:00 UTC
🔗Register here: https://t.co/bLH8WABi0n
[English, live interpretation in French and Spanish]

#CommonGoodCyberFund #Cybersecurity #DigitalSecurity #InternetSociety

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

@Leniacharity Congratulations Lenia🎊

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

Happy Mother’s Day♥️

[Institute of Gender and Development Studies @MakerereIGDS]

📢 Call for Abstracts!
The IGDS MAK, invites scholars, researchers, practitioners, policymakers & graduate students to submit abstracts for the inaugural issue of the Makerere Gender and Development Journal (MGDJ).
For more details; https://t.co/ZM9JXpiZb7

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

4/ Inclusivity and dignity in service delivery remain critical. We advocated for priority service sections for the elderly, pregnant women, and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), while sharing feedback with telecom operators aimed at improving consumer experiences and service delivery for all.

#ConsumerProtection #DigitalRights

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

1/4: We were honoured to participate in a Telecom Operator Call center Visit organized by @UCC_Official , where we engaged with various telecom operators on key consumer protection and satisfaction issues affecting Ugandans.

#ConsumerProtection #DigitalRights

[Women of Uganda Network @wougnet]

3/4 Challenges such as long queues at service centers and the need to expand service centres across the country with multilingual customer care support to improve accessibility and efficiency for consumers were also highlighted.

#CustomerProtection #DigitalRights