‘Like a compass needle that points north, a man’s accusing finger always finds a woman, always’ Khaled Hosseini, Author FAMILIES MUST WORK FOR AFRICAN WOMEN AND GIRLS We have learned with deep chagrin of the upcoming 3rd Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family Values and National Sovereignty slated to take place in Entebbe, Uganda, from 9th to
Read More[KAMPALA 08.03.25] As the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2025 under the theme, “Accelerate Action,” the Women’s Probono Initiative (WPI) joins the world demanding immediate and decisive steps to advance women’s rights. Today, we honour the resilience and achievements of women while confronting the pressing challenges that impede gender equality. Despite some advancements, women and
Read MoreA Call to Action Kampala, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m We the women’s movement have read with concern the latest Audit Report by the Auditor General which reveals the dire state of access to menstrual hygiene products for girls in Uganda leading to 64% of girls missing school days, this exposes a crisis that demands immediate attention.
Read More[KAMPALA, 07-09-2024] – Women’s Probono Initiative (WPI) stands outraged by the brutal murder of Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei, who fell victim to a vicious act of gender-based violence that has claimed the life of yet another Ugandan woman. We offer our deepest condolences to her family, particularly her two young daughters, whose future has been shattered
Read MoreCONFRONTING ECONOMIC, LEGAL AND INSTITUTIONAL BARRIERS THAT DIMINISH WOMEN’S PROGRESS. [KAMPALA 08.03. 24] – Every year, on the 8th of March, the world comes together to celebrate the International Women’s Day; a day that recognises women’s struggles, celebrates their existence while advocating for their rights and empowerment. Women constitute a larger percentage of Uganda’s population,[1]
Read More[KAMPALA 06.02. 24] – As we commemorate the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) we are reminded of the abuse and gross violation that women and girls are subjected to globally. According to UNICEF’s 2020 estimates in countries affected by FGM, 7 in 10 girls and women between 15 and 49
Read More[KAMPALA, 20-01-2024] – We are deeply troubled and saddened by the recent actions taken by Bishop Johnson Twinomujuni, West Ankole Diocese Bishop, in response to the marital crisis faced by Reverend Nice Nahwera, a curate at Nyakabirizi Church of Uganda. It is with heavy hearts that we express our utter dismay at the decision to
Read More[KAMPALA, 25-11-2023] – WPI, a feminist non-profit organization with a reputation of boldly advancing equity, challenging discrimination and violence against women and girls, is proud to announce its participation in the global campaign, 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. This year’s theme, “Unite! Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls,” highlights the urgent
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