Dhatemwa Agnes

🦋 l Geek | Innovator| Human rights Activist!🦋

[The Disability Lane @DisabilityLane]

Access to justice is a fundamental right — yet many women and girls with disabilities in Uganda continue to face barriers when seeking safety, accountability, and legal remedies.
This #IWD2026, InclusiTalk will host a critical conversation on scaling up investments to accelerate access to justice for all women and girls, with a focus on disability inclusion.
Join advocates, legal experts (@dhatty1), and media voices (@NdagireLaila) on 07/03/2026, 8 PM, as we explore how justice systems can become more responsive and survivor-centered for women and girls with disabilities. #CRPDForAll #DisabilityJustice

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

Serving bold looks and brighter vibes this Friday! Advocating for change in style, kitengi game strong 💃🏽✨

[Dhatemwa Agnes @dhatty1]

@RobertElvis19 @pallasomusic @PoliceUg For more jokes dial 411 🤣

[The Center for Policy and Strategic Studies (CPSS) @CPSS_Ug]

JUST CONCLUDED!
Our Foreign Policy Executive Program Class 6 of 2024 was a resounding success!
Insightful discussions on Foreign Policy & A.I, Great Power rivalry in Africa, and Uganda's competitiveness.
#FPEPUganda

@USAmbUganda
@usmissionuganda
@KasUganda
@fca_uganda

[The Center for Policy and Strategic Studies (CPSS) @CPSS_Ug]

#Cohort6 of the #ForeignPolicyExecutiveProgram #Week1 kicked off with sessions on introduction
to foreign policy, principles of diplomacy and preventative diplomacy a path to peace.
Foreign policy guides a nation’s interaction with the world.
@usmissionuganda
@USAmbUganda

[Jonah Byakutaaga Wamani @JonahByakutaaga]

Sundays can't get more exciting than this. Humbled & honoured to be selected by the Faculty of Foreign Policy Executive Program to give the valedictorian speech on behalf of the 6th Cohort of the FPEP class infront of the @usmissionuganda Ambassador. Grateful to @CPSS_Ug 🙏

[Sipho Nyiiro Nasif @SiphoUganda]

Advocating for pregnant women with disabilities is a crucial aspect of @FIDA_Uganda’s mission.

Many women with disabilities face unique challenges in ensuring that their rights are respected and upheld in healthcare systems.

| Agnes

#InclusiveHealthForAll

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

Let this be a reminder on #MondayMotivation: Every voice matters. Please don't wait until it's taken to realize its power. Speak up, speak out, and make a difference.💜

Happy new week!
#FIDAAt50 #50YearsOfProgress

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

🌟Partnership to Empower Students with Disabilities🌟

FIDA Uganda, in collaboration with the @TwezuuleF conducted a sensitization session for students with disabilities. The program addressed the effects of early pregnancies, provided legal advice, and raised awareness on policies related to early pregnancies, mothers’ rights, and children’s rights.

“We've received numerous cases of child neglect, especially concerning children with disabilities. This is a serious issue that the government needs to address by establishing schools for these children at subsidized fees, as most parents cannot afford typical school fees,” shared Agnes Dhatemwa, Legal Officer, FIDA Uganda.

For 50 years, FIDA Uganda has championed the rights of vulnerable groups, and this initiative highlights our commitment to ensuring a safer, more inclusive society for all. 💜
#FIDAAt50 #50YearsOfProgress
@Rutgers_INTL @SonkeTogether @cehurduganda @reachahand @WoMena_Official

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

Start your week with the confidence and resilience of a queen. Embrace every challenge as a stepping stone to your greatness! ✨
#FIDAAt50 #MondayMotivation #50YearsOfProgress

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

Skilling PWDs📚✨

FIDA Uganda's Kampala Legal Aid Clinic, under the DIGI Project, supported by @CivsourceAfrica, empowered 35 women with disabilities and mothers of children with disabilities from Lugoba, Kazo, and Kawempe Division, with economic skills training in book-making📖.

This initiative enables participants to sell handmade books, gain economic independence, and support their children's education. Celebrating 50 years of women's economic empowerment through skills training, mentorship, and coaching across Uganda, FIDA Uganda remains committed to bridging economic gaps. 🌍

"FIDA Uganda etujje wala, Kati twegombesa abalala ekitaliwo edda, tweyanziza nyooo" ("FIDA Uganda has helped us, we're now self-sufficient and supporting others"). 🤝🏽
#FIDAAt50 #50YearsOfProgress
@NUDIPU @DisabRightsFund @TwezuuleF

[Lillian Byarugaba Adriko @AdrikoLillian]

To the new Vice President International Federation of Women Lawyers, Ms Laura Nyirinkindi.

Hearty congratulations from @FIDA_Uganda.

Your leadership has truly been inspirational.
May you scale even greater heights.

#FIDAAt50 #50YearsOfProgress

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

Happening now: Skilling PWDs🙌🏾

FIDA Uganda’s Kampala Legal Aid Clinic, under the DIGI Project supported by @CivsourceAfrica, is conducting skills training in liquid soap making and financial literacy by @BugembeNelson founder of @TwezuuleF for 25 Women with Disabilities from Kasanga, Makindye Division, Kampala.

This training is a key component of FIDA Uganda’s SAME model, which aims to economically empower women and ensure their self-reliance and financial stability. By providing these valuable skills, we are helping to create opportunities for women with disabilities to achieve independence and secure livelihoods.

This activity aligns with our mission of increasing access to effective legal aid services and is one of the key outcomes under our ongoing efforts to support Women with Disabilities (WWDs). As we mark 50 years of advocacy, this initiative continues to reflect our commitment to empowering marginalized communities and enhancing their access to justice and economic opportunities. 💪🏽💼✨
#FIDAAt50 #50YearsOfProgress

[Disability-Isnt-Inability @BugembeNelson]

Last week, through @FIDA_Uganda ’s Kampala Legal Aid Clinic under the DIGI Project supported by @CivsourceAfrica I had the privilege of facilitating a training session on financial literacy and liquid soap making for 25 Women with Disabilities from Kasanga, Makindye Division, Kampala.

During the session, I shared how soft skills are not just for those who fail in formal education but are crucial for empowering their children to seize future opportunities.
The energy and eagerness to learn from these incredible mothers were truly inspiring, especially as they warmly referred to me as mutabani (son) while engaging with thoughtful questions.

After diving into financial literacy, we transitioned to practical skills in liquid soap making, equipping participants with tools to boost their self-reliance and improve their livelihoods.

This initiative aligns with FIDA Uganda’s SAME model, aimed at economically empowering Women with Disabilities and fostering financial stability. I am honored to have been part of this impactful journey, contributing to skills development and inclusion.

Together, we are creating sustainable opportunities for transformation.
#EmpoweringWomen
#InclusionMatters
#FIDAAt50

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

From Grief to Gratitude✨

As we mark 50 years of championing women’s rights, a visually impaired client shares her story of transformation. Grieving her husband’s loss, she turned to FIDA for legal aid. Through effective representation, she secured letters of administration, unlocking her late husband’s NSSF benefits.

With these funds, she built a home, purchased land in Oyam District, and created a stable future for her children.
Her gratitude: “My children and I have a home to call our own. Thank you, FIDA Uganda. May God bless you.”

A testament to FIDA’s 50-year legacy of empowering women and families!🙌🏾
#FIDAAt50 #50YearsOfProgress

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

✨Advancing Disability Inclusion and Access to Justice✨

We are proud to share that we were recognized by the National Union of Disabled Persons of Uganda @NUDIPU, for our impactful work in disability inclusion and gender-based violence (GBV) initiatives. This award underscores our commitment to enhancing access to justice for women and girls with disabilities. In our journey, we have provided legal advice and support to persons with disabilities on issues such as:
•Inheritance
•Land and property rights
•Maintenance
•Tenancy rights
•Labour rights
•GBV-related concerns

To ensure comprehensive support, we’ve referred cases to Kampala Legal Aid Clinic, Justice Centres Mukono, and the @ug_lawsociety branches in Jinja and Mbarara. Our work is driven by collaboration, and we are deeply grateful to @NUDIPU for their partnership and largely to the DIGI Project supported by @CivsourceAfrica for facilitating our initiatives in advancing disability inclusion.

As we celebrate 50 years of promoting gender justice, economic empowerment, and social inclusion, we remain steadfast in our vision of a more inclusive and equitable Uganda. Here’s to many more years of progress and impact!
#FIDAAt50 #50YearsOfProgress #InclusionMatters

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

#IDPWD2024

International Day of Persons with Disabilities! Today, we proudly celebrate the leadership and resilience of persons with disabilities under the theme: Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.

At FIDA Uganda, we are committed to creating opportunities that empower persons with disabilities. Through our DIGI initiative supported by @Sihanet, we have supported individuals with practical skills such as liquid soap making, bookbinding, and tailoring, equipping them with the tools to build sustainable livelihoods and achieve financial independence.

We believe in fostering inclusion, breaking barriers, and championing a future where everyone thrives. Together, let us continue to amplify the voices of persons with disabilities and work toward a society that values and supports their potential.
#FIDAAt50 #50YearsOfProgress #InclusionMatters
@NUDIPU @TwezuuleF

[Dhatemwa Agnes @dhatty1]

@BingiTweesha @FIDA_Uganda @CivsourceAfrica @NUDIPU @IDLO @SwedeninUG @DKinUganda @Rutgers_INTL @SonkeTogether @NLinUganda Welcome @BingiTweesha

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

As part of our ongoing commitment to empowering women and marginalized communities, FIDA Uganda, under the DIGI Project supported by @CivsourceAfrica, is holding a mobile legal aid clinic at the @NUDIPU Advocacy Day, currently taking place in Mukono District. This day not only highlights @NUDIPU's 37 years of championing the rights of Persons with Disabilities but also strengthens our 50-year legacy in advancing justice and accessibility for all.

The DIGI Project focuses on expanding awareness and collaboration around justice needs, especially for women with disabilities. Today's clinic addresses key outcomes:
🌟 Enhanced Awareness: Strengthening networks among stakeholders to tackle justice challenges affecting women with disabilities.
⚖️ Improved Access to Legal Aid: Providing women with disabilities greater access to effective legal support, bridging justice gaps across Uganda.

This initiative underscores our dedication to inclusive justice and shaping a just and equitable society.
#FIDAAt50 #50YearsOfProgress

[FIDA Uganda @FIDA_Uganda]

Happy Birthday, @dhatty1! 🎉🥳

On this special day, we celebrate you and all the wonderful contributions you make at FIDA Uganda. Your commitment to our mission and your positive spirit inspire those around you every day.🌟

Thank you for your hard work and dedication. May this year be filled with joy, success, and all your heart's desires. 🎂 Enjoy your day to the fullest! ❤️