Action for Development

Action for Development is a national women's interest organization; a strong advocate for the advancement of women and girls rights.

[Action for Development @acfode]

On this Uganda Martyrs Day, we remember the courage, faith, and resilience of those who stood firm in their beliefs despite great sacrifice.

Their legacy continues to inspire strength, conviction, and hope across generations.

Happy Uganda Martyrs Day.

#UgandaMartyrsDay

[Action for Development @acfode]

Protecting communities starts with the simple actions we take every day.

As Uganda responds to the Ebola outbreak, this is a reminder that staying informed, acting early, and looking out for one another can help keep communities safe.

✅ Wash your hands regularly with soap and clean water.
✅ Seek medical attention early when symptoms appear.
✅ Follow trusted public health guidance and avoid misinformation.
✅ Limit physical contact when unwell or caring for someone who is sick.

Let us stay calm, informed, and united in protecting one another.

#EbolaAwareness #CommunityCare #PublicHealth

[Action for Development @acfode]

A child learns best in an environment where they feel safe, heard, and supported.

School should be more than lessons, tests, and report cards. It should be a place where children can ask questions, make mistakes, grow with confidence, and simply be children.

As the new term begins, let us all play a role in creating safe learning environments free from violence and fear.

#EndViolenceAgainstChildren #SafeSchools #ChildProtection

[Action for Development @acfode]

Ebola is preventable.

Regular cleaning and disinfection with chlorine-based solutions can help reduce the spread of the Ebola virus.

Keep your surroundings, shared spaces, utensils, clothing, and bedding clean, and always follow guidance from health authorities.

Together, we can protect our families and communities.

#EbolaPrevention #StaySafeUganda #PublicHealth

[Uganda Women's Network @uwonet]

📢 The Protection of Sovereignty Act, 2026 has significant implications for civic space, foreign funding, partnerships, compliance, and women’s rights work in Uganda.

Join UWONET’s online dialogue on 29 May 2026 (10:30 AM–12:00 PM) to unpack the Act, understand its implications, and shape collective responses for women’s rights organisations and civil society. Session link: https://t.co/z1n6ShbHM5

Your voice matters. Ensure your organisation is represented. #CivicSpace #WomenRights #Uganda #CSOs #ProtectionOfSovereigntyAct #UWONET @pmagelah

[Action for Development @acfode]

#Flashback to a conversation on girls’ education in Uganda under the “20 Reasons Why, 20 Voices” campaign marking 20 years of the Maputo Protocol.

We reflected on what it takes for girls to stay, complete, and thrive in school. Watch:
https://t.co/XwmtCRHpDp

[Action for Development @acfode]

Movements don’t weaken because the work is too big. They weaken when the people behind them are not supported.

The DVA Coalition spent 3 days at ACFODE House strengthening solidarity, advocacy, and resilience.
For ACFODE, resilience begins with how we care for each other.

[Action for Development @acfode]

ACFODE hosted ICAN South Sudan, MACCO & JESE in Kyegegwa District, where communities shared how the project is transforming daily life.

Model couples are rebuilding relationships at home, while listeners’ club members are earning income through soap making and other activities.

[Girl Champion Awards @GirlChampAwards]

The 2026 National GCA nominations are now officially open!! Are you an adolescent girl or young woman creating change in your community, this opportunity is for you.

Here is the nomination link with details: https://t.co/Q0BDYKNxd0

#GCA2026

[Action for Development @acfode]

Women are moving from participation to decision making in their economic lives.

Through the Gender Light House partnership between ACFODE and Horizont3000, the conversation focused on what real empowerment looks like beyond numbers and participation.

#GenderEquality

[Action for Development @acfode]

Communities in Kaborogota and Bukere in Kyegegwa District are resolving conflict earlier and strengthening coexistence between refugees and host communities.

Through a joint dialogue by ACFODE, partners and families reflected on parenting, gender equality and peaceful living.

[CEDOVIP @CEDOVIPuganda]

As the Domestic Violence Act Coalition, we know that caring for ourselves is essential to sustaining the movement for justice. Every time we convene, we hold wellness sessions that center self-care, reminding us that resilience begins within.

[Action for Development @acfode]

What does real change look like in communities?

Our Q1 newsletter highlights @acfode's work across Uganda on women’s economic empowerment, peaceful coexistence, youth skilling and community dialogue.

Read more: https://t.co/CqaQSUGhtA

#ACFODE #GenderEquality #Newsletter

[Action for Development @acfode]

One year on, ACFODE’s role as a Gender Light House with @H3000EastAfrica is helping partners move from discussing gender equality to applying it in decisions and programmes across East Africa.

Special thanks to @AinoHarpie for her leadership throughout this journey.

[Action for Development @acfode]

She spoke about change, nurtured it, protected it, and watched it grow.

As we celebrate Mothers’ day, We honour the roots of ACFODE, the women who nurtured an idea into a movement that continues to shape generations.

#MothersDay #WomenEmpowerment #GenderEquality #Legacyofchange

[Action for Development @acfode]

In Wanale, EHRDs established 15 demonstration gardens, planted over 2,300 tree seedlings, and constructed soil and water conservation contours.

These serve as practical learning sites where women and youth gain skills in reforestation and sustainable land management.

ACFODE continues to strengthen the role of Women Environmental Human Rights Defenders (EHRDs) as actors in advancing community-led climate action and environmental governance in the Mt. Elgon region.

Through dialogue with sub-county leadership and district officials, EHRDs have influenced local action on environmental conservation.

Notably, this engagement contributed to increased responsiveness from government actors, including support for climate-smart agriculture initiatives and the integration of EHRDs into programmes promoting organic fertilizer use.

[Action for Development @acfode]

During a community dialogue on gender equality, human rights, parenting, and peaceful coexistence in Kaborogota B village, Kaborogota zone, Kyaka II Refugee Settlement, a model couple shared how their relationship has transformed through ACFODE’s interventions after experiencing family violence.

Their honesty and growth struck a chord with many, offering a powerful reminder that healing is possible, and that change can begin at home.

#HumanRights #PeacefulCoexistence #Parenting #EndFamilyViolence #CommunityDialogue

[Action for Development @acfode]

Peaceful coexistence starts with conversation.

In Kakindo, Kanyinya, and Kabweza, community members sat together to talk about everyday realities. Parenting, human rights, gender equality, and how to live well with each other.

As the conversations deepened, the focus shifted to livelihoods. Mr. Frank Abigaba from Kyegegwa Subcounty encouraged community members to register their savings groups and connect with the subcounty to access support. He also shared how programmes like the Parish Development Model can help improve incomes.

The discussions naturally turned to relationships within the community. People spoke about the link between host communities and refugees. The markets they share. The work they depend on. And the need to keep that balance.

There are also honest reflections from parents as school dropout cases rise. In some areas, there are early signs of change, with fewer GBV and child-related cases being reported.

These conversations may seem simple, but they are shaping how communities support each other and move forward together.