REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI)

RPDI is a Gender and feminist collective founded, managed & led by displaced women inspired by the desire to meet their own needs.

#LetUsLeadNotJustExist

[REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI) @rpdi_ug]

Watch out for The Phoenix Podcast!

"The Power of Perseverance and Hope in Forcibly Displaced Women" airs LIVE today at 6pm EAT on all RPDI social media pages.

[Naomi Ayot @NaomiAyot]

@irmghub @rpdi_ug @LcaUganda @CapaidsUganda @ipfug @MukisaFound @reachahand @AFFCAD @KabubbuP @WezeshaImpact_ @ACODEVU @SetHerFree1 @esauganda02 Grateful to @irmghub for supporting @LcaUganda with this capacity building component and to @hiltonfound @BarriShorey for enabling us as local actors build our capacity to be better stewards of humanitarian response.

[Naomi Ayot @NaomiAyot]

Having you as a Refugees Led organization in this organizational capacity building milestone enables practices & systems to center in the uniqueness of the refugees' polpulation. The secretariat @CapaidsUganda is grateful for your participation @rpdi_ug
#RLO #LCA

[Local Coalition Accelerator - Uganda @LcaUganda]

📍Launch of the Two-Generational ECCD Model

The launch was held on 31 July 2025 at Golden Tulip Kampala, organized by the Local Coalition Accelerator Uganda (LCA Uganda) with support from the Conrad @hiltonfound

The event officially introduced LCA’s Two-Generational Model for Early Childhood Care & Development (ECCD), outlined its strategy and goals, and rallied diverse stakeholders to commit to enhancing early childhood outcomes and family well-being.

Core Objectives Announced
•Advance developmental outcomes for children aged 0–5 through quality ECCD.
•Strengthen livelihoods of vulnerable families—including refugees—through cash assistance and business training.
•Establish LCA as a professional body with a fully staffed, independent secretariat.
Key Targets Highlighted
•Capacity-building: 85 practitioners trained; 8 coordination forums held to influence ECCD policy.
•Centre upgrades & child reach: 22 centres improved to meet quality standards; 520 children enrolled, with 70% projected to demonstrate literacy, cognitive, and socio-emotional improvements.
•Livelihoods: 138 youth trained; 150 Self-Help Groups supported; 520 households receive cash grants, with 94% of SHGs able to provide low-interest loans.
•Institution-building: 13 member organizations provided with capacity support; secretariat formed and 60% of organizational development plans completed.

Expected Impact Shared
The initiative aims to improve children’s school readiness, boost household economic resilience, and establish a sustainable, professional LCA Uganda capable of leading ECCD efforts in Greater Kampala and beyond.

Participants
The event brought together representatives from government agencies (@OPMUganda , @KCCAUG , @MoGLSD ), development partners, local authorities, LCA’s 13 member NGOs, civil society, community leaders, and media.
The event closed with a call for partners to align funding, share evidence, and advocate for inclusive ECCD—ensuring every child and caregiver has the opportunity to thrive.

@ipfug
@Wezesha_impact
@unwomenuganda
@REALUGANDA1
@relonuganda

[Local Coalition Accelerator - Uganda @LcaUganda]

Integrating Policy with Practice

During the IRMG Training on Safeguarding, under the discussion on Risk Matrix formulation, Agaba Robert, Head of Programs at Set Her Free @SetHerFree1, emphasized that a "zero-tolerance" policy is only effective when supported by clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). He noted that while policies set the standard, SOPs provide the essential roadmap for handling cases consistently and safely.
Furthermore, Robert advocated for a participatory approach to risk management, stating that controls are most effective when co-created with all staff. Involving the entire team ensures that mitigation strategies are informed by diverse perspectives and benefit from collective ownership.

#LCAUganda
#IRMG

[Local Coalition Accelerator - Uganda @LcaUganda]

"Safeguarding isn't just a skill—it's a mandate." — Kagoda Enoch, ED of @KabubbuP, closing out the latest LCA Uganda milestone of training member organizations in Safe Guarding and Risk management.

He highlighted that for CSOs serving vulnerable groups and urban refugees, risk management training is key to becoming better duty bearers. Huge thanks to @CapaidsUganda for the coordination!

Now, the call to action for all members: Let’s take this knowledge home to overhaul our systems, procedures, and accountability for the communities we serve. #Safeguarding #LCAUganda #CapacityBuilding

[Internal Risk Management Group @irmghub]

Day 3 concludes ✅

The @LcaUganda Safeguarding Training has successfully wrapped up!

Grateful to all participants & partners.

Together we strengthen safeguarding & accountability.

#Safeguarding #LCAUganda #IRMGImpact #Accountability #Partnership #CommunityTransformation

[Internal Risk Management Group @irmghub]

Leaders from @LcaUganda member orgs at the safeguarding training:
Joan Atimango @GirlUpUganda
Agaba Robert @SetHerFree1 (mid)
Bikala Kenneth @esauganda02 (extreme left)
Their voices strengthen safeguarding & accountability across communities.
#Safeguarding #LCAUganda #IRMGImpact

[REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI) @rpdi_ug]

The training focused on Risk Management, Registration & Assessments—strengthening our commitment to building accountable organizations through practical dialogue and tools.

[REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI) @rpdi_ug]

Two staff members of the RPDI team were proud to be part of the LCA Safeguarding Training, successfully concluded from 13th–15th April 2026.

#Safeguarding #LCAUganda #IRMGImpact

[Internal Risk Management Group @irmghub]

Day 3 of the LCA Safeguarding Training is underway

Focus: Risk Management, Registration & Assessments.

Building stronger, accountable organizations through practical dialogue & tools.

#Safeguarding #LCAUganda #IRMGImpact

[Internal Risk Management Group @irmghub]

@LillianKagoda, Child Protection & Safeguarding Officer @KabubbuP, member organization @LcaUganda.

Her leadership in child protection strengthens our safeguarding journey & inspires safer, accountable organizations.

#Safeguarding #ChildProtection #LCAUganda

[Local Coalition Accelerator - Uganda @LcaUganda]

Preparation is cheaper than a crisis

During our Day III session, Richard Guma (Finance & Admin Manager, ACODEV) shared a vital lesson on risk: Knowing the "what," the "who," and the "impact" is only the beginning.
He reminded us that a Risk Register is a predictive tool, not just a historical record. "We must be cognizant of even the most unlikely risks," Richard noted. In the world of CSOs and coalitions, ignoring a 'low-likelihood' risk can quickly turn into an expensive but preventable disaster.

#LCAUganda

[REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI) @rpdi_ug]

Happy Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim community and friends! May this Eid bring you peace, happiness, and abundant blessings.

[REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI) @rpdi_ug]

Our Commitment: Girls' rights to dignity, protection, and safety.

[REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI) @rpdi_ug]

Throwing back to December, we launched a bold and innovative initiative to promote decent toilets, and our message remains clear: Accessing sanitation is a fundamental right for every girl. Everyone everywhere should have access to clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene.

[REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI) @rpdi_ug]

With a focus on improving safety, hygiene, and restoring dignity at school, RPDI is building an Eco-San female-friendly toilet with a shower room unit at St. Anne's Preparatory School in Kabowa to ensure learners thrive.

[REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI) @rpdi_ug]

📩 How to Apply:
Send your application letter, CV, and academic documents to:
📧 [email protected]
📅 Deadline: 20th January 2026

✨ Women and refugees are strongly encouraged to apply.

Together, we build dignity, rights, and opportunity.

[REAL PHOENIX DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE(RPDI) @rpdi_ug]

“Where Clean Water Reaches, Life Rises”, a Poem by an Eritrean Refugee Poet recited at the official launch of the Solar-Powered Well in Lungujja.