WOUGNET National Civic Tech Innovation Hackathon on Freedom of Expression (FoE)
Uganda has made significant strides in recognizing and protecting women’s rights, both domestically and through international commitments. Despite the existing legal frameworks, women-led civil society organizations (CSOs) in Uganda still face numerous barriers to their existence and operations, including new laws and policies that restrict rights and freedoms, particularly freedom of expression. The 1995 Constitution…
Call for Proposals: Consultant to Develop Policy Brief Addressing Barriers to Women’s Rights Online under the Civil Society in Uganda Participation Program (CUSP) project
Background: The Civil Society in Uganda Participation Program (CUSP) project, supported by the Commonwealth Foundation , aims to raise awareness about discriminatory laws and policies that impede women from exercising their freedom of expression and accessing information. Additionally, it advocates for the meaningful participation of marginalized women in policy-making processes. As part of ongoing advocacy…
Call for Proposals: Consultant to Develop Policy Brief on Governing Online Spaces under the Our Voices, Our Futures (OVOF) Project
Background: The Our Voices, Our Futures (OVOF) project, supported by the Women of Uganda Network (WOUGNET), aims to enhance women’s voices, rights, and leadership in both offline and online spaces, particularly focusing on marginalized and structurally silenced women. As part of ongoing advocacy to create inclusive and safe digital environments, WOUGNET has been actively engaging…