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𝐂𝐂𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 Uganda is blessed with many significant resources. When planning, it is crucial to consider integrated support that involves consulting and listening to the voices of all stakeholders. For the past seven years, the Citizens’ Convention on Extractives (CCE) has served as a premier accountability platform, enabling forward-looking engagements and discussions on harnessing the potential of Africa's natural resource wealth. #CCE_Ug2024

Happy Holidays 🎉 As 2024 comes to a close, Management and the entire team at Global Rights Alert extend our heartfelt gratitude for your invaluable support this year. Wishing you joyous holidays and a prosperous 2025! 🌟 Note: We’ll be on a holiday break from Dec 20, 2024, to Jan 13, 2025.

On this #InternationalHumanRightsDay, we celebrate all human rights defenders and community champions working to empower women and other marginalized groups to speak out, understand their rights, and support one another. As we conclude #16DaysOfActivism, let’s commit to a future where human rights are protected and promoted, especially among women and marginalized groups who have long been overlooked. Join us in advocating for effective implementation of existing legal and policy frameworks that support human rights across all sectors. #16DaysOfActivism2024 National Coalition of Human Rights Defenders Uganda

“There is one universal truth, applicable to all countries, cultures, and communities: violence against women is never acceptable, never excusable, never tolerable.” - Ban Ki Moon When effectively implemented, Legislation is a powerful tool for making crucial advancements in the fight against Gender Based Violence. At Global Rights Alert, we call for strengthened enforcement of existing laws to further protect women’s rights and eliminate discrimination against women. #16DaysOfActivism2024 #NOEXCUSE #EndGBV #StopTheViolence

FACT: Laws protect lives. Countries enacting domestic violence laws, have lower rates of intimate partner violence than those without. The message is clear: When governments prioritize women's safety, violence drops. We need action NOW. #NoExcuse Safety can't wait. #16Days

#16DaysOfActivism Did you know that he global prevalence of digital violence against women currently stands at 85%? In Uganda, Statistics indicate that 49% of women have faced cyber harassment. This silent vice poses a significant threat to women’s voices, threatens their political participation and freedom of expression. In these #16DaysOfActivism, We demand for gender targeted policies that protect women from online violence. Join us this #16DaysOfActivism2024 to #StopTheViolence and say #NoExcuse!

Today, we conducted a follow-up meeting at the Kassanda District Local Government headquarters, aimed at developing community led strategies and action plans to address the issue of child labour in mining communities. This meeting is part of the efforts under the 𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙜𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙆𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩 implemented by GRA which aims at creating a protective environment for children amidst the growth of the mining sector in Mubende and Kassanda Districts. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including leaders from mining associations such as the Kayonza Kitumbi Mining Association, Federation of Artisanal Miners Uganda, and Mubende United Gold Miners Association (MUMA), alongside district leaders. The meeting provided an avenue for the stakeholders to elaborately discuss the issue of child labour in the mines. Some of the key action points from the meeting included; ⭐️ Massive sensitization on the Mining and Minerals Act 2022, focusing on provisions that prohibit child labour. ⭐️ Joint development of a register of both the workers and mining pits to identify the demographics of the workforce. ⭐️ Creation of district bylaws in collaboration with all stakeholders and sensitisation campaigns to raise awareness among mine workers and the surrounding communities. ⭐️ Research on new license owners and mining pits to understand the nature and demographics of workers employed. This is part of GRA’s effort and commitment towards eradicating child labour in the mining sector and ensuring that children’s rights are safeguarded alongside industry development. #ExtractivesUG #ChildrenRights #HimanRightsForAll

Today, we conducted a follow-up meeting at the Kassanda District Local Government headquarters, aimed at developing community led strategies and action plans to address the issue of child labour in mining communities. This meeting is part of the efforts under the 𝙎𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙜𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙆𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙟𝙚𝙘𝙩 implemented by GRA which aims at creating a protective environment for children amidst the growth of the mining sector in Mubende and Kassanda Districts. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including leaders from mining associations such as the Kayonza Kitumbi Mining Association, Federation of Artisanal Miners Uganda, and Mubende United Gold Miners Association (MUMA), alongside district leaders. The meeting provided an avenue for the stakeholders to elaborately discuss the issue of child labour in the mines. Some of the key action points from the meeting included; ⭐️ Massive sensitization on the Mining and Minerals Act 2022, focusing on provisions that prohibit child labour. ⭐️ Joint development of a register of both the workers and mining pits to identify the demographics of the workforce. ⭐️ Creation of district bylaws in collaboration with all stakeholders and sensitisation campaigns to raise awareness among mine workers and the surrounding communities. ⭐️ Research on new license owners and mining pits to understand the nature and demographics of workers employed. This is part of GRA’s effort and commitment towards eradicating child labour in the mining sector and ensuring that children’s rights are safeguarded alongside industry development. #ExtractivesUG #ChildrenRights #HimanRightsForAll

#16DaysOfActivism #Day09 Large-scale mining, oil, and gas projects have been shown to negatively impact women’s rights and gender equality, particularly in rural areas. In Uganda, only 16% of women own registered land, which limits their influence over land use and increases their vulnerability to displacement, conflict, and gender-based violence related to land. During #16DaysOfActivism2024, we call for an end to forced evictions and advocate for community-driven land decisions that uphold and respect women’s rights. #NOEXCUSE #EndGBV #StopTheViolence

Did you know? One in three girls below the age of 15 in Uganda was forced into their first sexual encounter. As the World commemorates the world AIDS Day, we highlight the importance of safeguarding health and human rights. During the #16DaysOfActivism, we emphasise how violence against children and women continues to drive the spread of HIV/AIDS. Let's stand together against the violation of children’s rights. #16daysofactivism2024 #EndAIDS2030Ug