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8 months ago

ACFODE lit a fire in the Women’s Movement at the time when it was in limbo - Prof Joy Kwesiga #ACFODEat40

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8 months ago

Stepped into the Action for Development 40th anniversary with grace and good company. Totally ate that @twongye 😍🥰 #ACFODEAT40

stelladoshi66's tweet photo. Stepped into the Action for Development 40th anniversary with grace and good company. Totally ate that @twongye 😍🥰
#ACFODEAT40 https://t.co/PKbabyB75n

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8 months ago

The stage is set and the atmosphere is glowing! Ready for an inspiring evening at the ACFODE Dinner Celebration. Let the night begin. #ACFODEat40

acfode's tweet photo. The stage is set and the atmosphere is glowing! Ready for an inspiring evening at the ACFODE Dinner Celebration. Let the night begin.

#ACFODEat40 https://t.co/NnYiukKzK6

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9 months ago

ACFODE's male gender champions joined communities and leaders in the Gulu City Walk to amplify the call to end GBV and advance equality. #ACFODEat40 | #EndGBV

acfode's tweet photo. ACFODE's male gender champions joined communities and leaders in the Gulu City Walk to amplify the call to end GBV and advance equality.

#ACFODEat40 | #EndGBV https://t.co/mSm1ecYnQY

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9 months ago

#ACFODEat40 | Inspiring Change Through Knowledge “I counseled a friend out of a forced marriage.” – Esther Musimenta, 17, Senior Four student at Mubende Parents Day and Boarding Secondary School When we first visited their school to teach about gender equality and GBV, Esther’s perception of gender roles changed completely. She learned that both men and women have equal potential, and that domestic chores aren’t limited by gender. Today, Esther is a member of a student-led club raising awareness on GBV. The club has turned students from violent homes into ambassadors of peace within their communities. Empowered by our training, Esther now counsels her peers, encourages girls to stay in school, and sensitizes families on the importance of equality and respect. As we celebrate 40 years of @acfode, we look back at stories like Esther’s as reminders of how empowering young voices continues to shape a more equal and just Uganda. #ACFODEat40 #GenderEquality #EndGBV #WomenEmpowerment #YouthLeadership #TransformingLives

acfode's tweet photo. #ACFODEat40 | Inspiring Change Through Knowledge

“I counseled a friend out of a forced marriage.” – Esther Musimenta, 17, Senior Four student at Mubende Parents Day and Boarding Secondary School

When we first visited their school to teach about gender equality and GBV, Esther’s perception of gender roles changed completely. She learned that both men and women have equal potential, and that domestic chores aren’t limited by gender.

Today, Esther is a member of a student-led club raising awareness on GBV. The club has turned students from violent homes into ambassadors of peace within their communities.

Empowered by our training, Esther now counsels her peers, encourages girls to stay in school, and sensitizes families on the importance of equality and respect.

As we celebrate 40 years of @acfode, we look back at stories like Esther’s as reminders of how empowering young voices continues to shape a more equal and just Uganda.

#ACFODEat40 #GenderEquality #EndGBV #WomenEmpowerment #YouthLeadership #TransformingLives

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9 months ago

Stories of Change | #ACFODEat40 Meet Ms. Florence Adong, a post-polio survivor who turned her story into a source of inspiration and change. Through @acfode’s partnership with @KasUganda , Florence, an LCV Councillor for Women with Disabilities and Chairperson of Lira District Disabled Association, gained the advocacy and leadership skills that transformed not just her life, but also the lives of many other women with disabilities. “Without the training from @acfode , I and other women with disabilities would have been totally left behind in political participation, leadership and decision-making,” she reflected. Empowered through @acfode’s mentorship, Florence goes on to mentor other women with disabilities, ensuring they find their voices and take up positions of responsibility in their communities. Her story is a powerful reminder of what 40 years of women’s empowerment can achieve, breaking barriers and opening doors for inclusion and leadership. ✨ As we celebrate #ACFODEat40, we honor change-makers like Florence whose journeys reflect the true impact of our work. 👉🏽 How has @acfode inspired change in your community? Please share your story with us in the comments! #StoriesOfChange #WomenLeadership #DisabilityInclusion #ACFODEImpact #40YearsOfEmpowerment #ACFODEat40

acfode's tweet photo. Stories of Change | #ACFODEat40

Meet Ms. Florence Adong, a post-polio survivor who turned her story into a source of inspiration and change.

Through @acfode’s partnership with @KasUganda , Florence, an LCV Councillor for Women with Disabilities and Chairperson of Lira District Disabled Association, gained the advocacy and leadership skills that transformed not just her life, but also the lives of many other women with disabilities.

“Without the training from @acfode , I and other women with disabilities would have been totally left behind in political participation, leadership and decision-making,” she reflected.

Empowered through @acfode’s mentorship, Florence goes on to mentor other women with disabilities, ensuring they find their voices and take up positions of responsibility in their communities.

Her story is a powerful reminder of what 40 years of women’s empowerment can achieve, breaking barriers and opening doors for inclusion and leadership.

✨ As we celebrate #ACFODEat40, we honor change-makers like Florence whose journeys reflect the true impact of our work.

👉🏽 How has @acfode inspired change in your community? Please share your story with us in the comments!

#StoriesOfChange #WomenLeadership #DisabilityInclusion #ACFODEImpact #40YearsOfEmpowerment #ACFODEat40

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10 months ago

It’s a new week, and with it comes new opportunities to create change! At ACFODE, we know that change begins with small steps. Tell us: 👉 What is motivating you to push for equality and justice this week? Happy Week Ahead! #ACFODEat40 #happyweek #equality #justice

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10 months ago

As we continue to countdown to #ACFODEat40, today we celebrate the story of Musabyimana Esperance, a teacher & senior woman leader at Bukere Primary School. Faced with rising cases of SGBV among learners, she became patron of ACFODE’s GBV Prevention Club—determined to act. Through her leadership, learners now know the different forms of violence, how to report them, & where to seek support. Their vigilance has saved classmates from abuse & even kidnapping, proving the power of awareness. Cases of violence in her school have dropped, while learners gain confidence, reproductive health knowledge & skills in conflict resolution. Club members now act as role models, organizing debates & leading by example. Esperance no longer carries the weight alone - together, teachers, students & ACFODE are building safer schools & communities. #EndGBV #YouthVoices #GenderEquality #ACFODEat40

acfode's tweet photo. As we continue to countdown to #ACFODEat40, today we celebrate the story of Musabyimana Esperance, a teacher & senior woman leader at Bukere Primary School. Faced with rising cases of SGBV among learners, she became patron of ACFODE’s GBV Prevention Club—determined to act.

Through her leadership, learners now know the different forms of violence, how to report them, & where to seek support. Their vigilance has saved classmates from abuse & even kidnapping, proving the power of awareness.
Cases of violence in her school have dropped, while learners gain confidence, reproductive health knowledge & skills in conflict resolution. Club members now act as role models, organizing debates & leading by example.

Esperance no longer carries the weight alone - together, teachers, students & ACFODE are building safer schools & communities.

#EndGBV #YouthVoices #GenderEquality #ACFODEat40

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10 months ago

🌟 From Rebellion to Responsibility 🌟 At #ACFODEat40, we celebrate stories of transformation like Godfrey’s. Once unwilling to listen to his parents & skipping school, life at home was tense. Conflicts with peers often turned bitter until Godfrey joined ACFODE’s Listener’s Club. Through the club, he gained life-changing skills: making liquid soap for income, saving money, & learning respect for his parents. For the first time, he saw the value of education. Today, he is back in school (Primary 6), committed to finishing. Now a role model, Godfrey counsels peers, promotes conflict resolution, and saves UGX 2,000 daily in a youth savings group. On weekends, he works in IT-related services to grow his dream of becoming an IT professional. His journey shows the ripple effect of empowerment: when one boy changes, so does his family, peers, & community. #EndGBV #YouthVoices #GenderEquality #ACFODEat40

acfode's tweet photo. 🌟 From Rebellion to Responsibility 🌟

At #ACFODEat40, we celebrate stories of transformation like Godfrey’s.
Once unwilling to listen to his parents & skipping school, life at home was tense. Conflicts with peers often turned bitter until Godfrey joined ACFODE’s Listener’s Club.

Through the club, he gained life-changing skills: making liquid soap for income, saving money, & learning respect for his parents. For the first time, he saw the value of education. Today, he is back in school (Primary 6), committed to finishing.

Now a role model, Godfrey counsels peers, promotes conflict resolution, and saves UGX 2,000 daily in a youth savings group. On weekends, he works in IT-related services to grow his dream of becoming an IT professional.

His journey shows the ripple effect of empowerment: when one boy changes, so does his family, peers, & community.

#EndGBV #YouthVoices #GenderEquality #ACFODEat40

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10 months ago

As we mark #ACFODEat40, we celebrate Viola Namara’s journey. Once out of school & without hope, she found a lifeline in ACFODE’s My Right: No Violence project in Kanyinya Village. With training & encouragement, Viola returned to school, today serving as Academic Prefect & Listeners’ Club Chair. From shy & withdrawn, she’s now a confident speaker & performer, using drama to raise awareness on GBV, early pregnancies & exploitation. Her dream? To become a vet & strengthen her community. Viola’s story shows the ripple effect of empowerment: when one girl rises, the whole community changes. #EndGBV #YouthVoices #GenderEquality

acfode's tweet photo. As we mark #ACFODEat40, we celebrate Viola Namara’s journey.
Once out of school & without hope, she found a lifeline in ACFODE’s My Right: No Violence project in Kanyinya Village. With training & encouragement, Viola returned to school, today serving as Academic Prefect & Listeners’ Club Chair.

From shy & withdrawn, she’s now a confident speaker & performer, using drama to raise awareness on GBV, early pregnancies & exploitation. Her dream? To become a vet & strengthen her community.

Viola’s story shows the ripple effect of empowerment: when one girl rises, the whole community changes.

#EndGBV #YouthVoices #GenderEquality

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10 months ago

As we mark #ACFODEat40, we’ll be sharing powerful stories from the “My Right: No Violence” project in Kyaka II refugee settlement & Kyegegwa. These stories highlight resilience, youth leadership & community action to #EndGBV. Stay tuned this week as we celebrate impact together. #RefugeeRights #YouthVoices #GenderEquality

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As we celebrate #ACFODEat40, we reflect on 40 years of advancing women’s rights & dignity. This week, we spotlight the “My Right: No Violence” project in Kyaka II refugee settlement; because tackling GBV in humanitarian settings is vital for protecting girls & women and building safer, resilient communities.

acfode's tweet photo. As we celebrate #ACFODEat40, we reflect on 40 years of advancing women’s rights & dignity. This week, we spotlight the “My Right: No Violence” project in Kyaka II refugee settlement; because tackling GBV in humanitarian settings is vital for protecting girls & women and building safer, resilient communities.

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11 months ago

As we celebrate #ACFODEat40, we know that climate justice = gender justice. Women are not just victims of climate change , they are leaders, innovators & defenders of our planet. We celebrate our 40-year journey by renewing our commitment to stand with women on the frontlines of climate action. @ReginaBafaki #ClimateJustice #GenderEquality #WomenLead

acfode's tweet photo. As we celebrate #ACFODEat40, we know that climate justice = gender justice.
Women are not just victims of climate change , they are leaders, innovators & defenders of our planet.

We celebrate our 40-year journey by renewing our commitment to stand with women on the frontlines of climate action.
@ReginaBafaki

#ClimateJustice #GenderEquality #WomenLead

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11 months ago

As a proud senior @FIDA_Uganda member, I was delighted to contribute to the National Stakeholders Workshop for Women & Youth Human Rights Defenders- advocating for climate justice & amplifying voices of #EHRDs #WomenForClimateJustice #ACFODEAt40 @acfode @UNDPUganda @UNDPAfrica

AAssimwe's tweet photo. As a proud senior @FIDA_Uganda member, I was delighted to contribute to the National Stakeholders Workshop for Women & Youth Human Rights Defenders- advocating for climate justice & amplifying voices of #EHRDs
#WomenForClimateJustice #ACFODEAt40 @acfode @UNDPUganda @UNDPAfrica https://t.co/WQkXZouZjI

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11 months ago

. @FrancesBirungi CEO @UCOBAC_ emphasised need to tap into the opportunity of localisation agenda to tap into existing resources for local& grassroots WROs &ensure voice, agency &participation in environmental, climate action &advocacy spaces #ACFODEAt40 #WomenForClimateJustice

AAssimwe's tweet photo. . @FrancesBirungi CEO @UCOBAC_
emphasised need to tap into the opportunity of localisation agenda to tap into existing resources for local& grassroots WROs &ensure voice, agency &participation in environmental, climate action &advocacy spaces #ACFODEAt40
#WomenForClimateJustice https://t.co/Ys2woGFKSM

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11 months ago

In her closing remarks, @ReginaBafaki ED @acfode thanked @UNDPUganda for the financial & technical support, appreciated @FIDA_Uganda for the partnership and all participants whose invaluable inputs made the workshop a success. #WomenForClimateJustice #ACFODEAt40 @UNDPAfrica

AAssimwe's tweet photo. In her closing remarks, @ReginaBafaki ED @acfode thanked @UNDPUganda for the financial & technical support, appreciated @FIDA_Uganda for the partnership and all participants whose invaluable inputs made the workshop a success. #WomenForClimateJustice #ACFODEAt40 @UNDPAfrica https://t.co/yq0OdAfEJD

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