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Women Of Uganda Network

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We envision an inclusive and just society where women and girls are enabled to use Information Communications Technologies (ICTs) for sustainable development. Website: www.wougnet.org Report OGBV: www.ogbv.wougnet.org

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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
WOUGNET will be in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 🇪🇹, represented by our Executive Director, Sandra Aceng, joining conversations on Technology-Facilitated Violence Against Women & Girls in Africa. Together, we’re advancing safer, more inclusive digital spaces. @spotlightinitiative.org
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Africa’s digital future must be inclusive, safe & rights-respecting. WOUGNET will be at #FIFAfrica26 in Mauritius, represented by Esther Nyapendi, Head of ICT & Peter Ongom, Programs Officer Information Sharing and Networking, joining conversations shaping digital rights & inclusion across Africa.
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Good strategies are strengthened through analysis and shared insight. At our validation meeting, stakeholders challenged assumptions, sharpened priorities, and helped ensure the WOUGNET Strategic Plan reflects the realities of women and girls navigating Uganda’s digital future. @apc.org
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
📢 Applications are open for the #SafetyForVoices Fellowship, a five-week mentorship program strengthening research, risk management and digital safety skills. Apply as a mentor or mentee by 24th September 2026 Apply Here: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/pVz8QgXq5F #WHRDs @apc.org @pollicy.bsky.social
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
A new chapter for WOUGNET begins. Our 2026–2030 Strategic Plan sets out how we will advance digital gender justice, strengthen women’s livelihoods, promote safer digital spaces and build a more sustainable institution. Explore the plan: wougnet.org/download-cat... #WOUGNET #StrategicPlan
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
On 11 September, WOUGNET launched its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, shaped through months of consultation and collaboration. Now, we turn its commitments into action. Read the full plan: wougnet.org/download-cat... #WOUGNETStrategy2030 #DigitalGenderJustice #DigitalInclusion @apc.org
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Are women and girls truly included in the digital world? Our own, Esther Nyapendi will join the panel session, "Beyond the Access Gap: The Gendered Realities of Digital Inclusion in Africa", bringing Uganda's voice to this vital global conversation. 🔗Register for the session: shorturl.at/m1lmG
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
🗞️Our report, “ Spyware and Digital Surveillance Targeting Women in Uganda” is OUT! 🔗Read the full report here: shorturl.at/yV8td @apc.org
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
This Heroes Day, we celebrate the extraordinary women who continue to shape our communities, champion equality, lead innovation, and drive positive change across Uganda. 🌸Happy Heroes Day to all the women heroes in Uganda. We honor you today, and everyday!
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
🙏Today, we honor the brave souls who chose faith over fear, and left a legacy that still shines today. Happy Martyrs Day!
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
👩‍💻AI for Development: Girls Shaping the Digital Future From curiosity to creation, girls are transforming the tech space with bold ideas and innovative solutions, and we proud to champion digital skills, inclusion, and opportunities for every girl to succeed in ICT. #GirlsInICT
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
WOUGNET is in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire this week from 14th to 16th April, 2026 contributing to conversations on digital rights and inclusion at the #DRIF26 🔗Find out sessions @wougnet will be hosting & participating in here: drif.paradigmhq.org/agenda/ #DRIF26
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
🔔OUT OF OFFICE! The WOUGNET team is currently out of office on a staff retreat focusing on team building, strategic planning & mental wellness. We look forward to returning refreshed & even more committed to create inclusive digital spaces for women & girls in Uganda!
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
Happy Easter! We wish all our partners, members and allies a joyful Easter holiday as we continue to advocate for women’s digital rights 🎉
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
May this Good Friday bring peace, love, and forgiveness into your Life. May the blessings of Christ fill your heart with hope and joy.
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Last week, we joined stakeholders at the National Forum on to validate the PAR findings under the “Strengthening Feminist Spaces for Action! Women’s Rights Organisations Networking in the Great Lakes Region” by Uganda Women’s Network. It was a space for reflection, dialogue, and collective analysis
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
How are the trends in Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) shaping digital rights, governance and control in Africa? Join us next week on Thursday at this webinar hosted by African Internet Rights Alliance & Pollicy as we assess the current trends in DPI. 📆Tuesday, 31st March 2026 ⏰ 4:00PM EAT
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
We recently participated in the Applied Machine Intelligence in East Africa Master Class at COCIS, Makerere University. The masterclass provided served as a forum for dialogue & knowledge exchange among higher education institutions & other relevant stakeholders.
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Eid Mubarak to our Muslim partners, members, friends and allies✨🌙 May Allah accept your prayers, fasting and all the good deeds performed during this sacred period. May He reward your devotion with peace, guidance, and abundant blessings.
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
Join us on March 17th at 2:30pm EDT for Feminist Approaches to Justice, a #CSW70 side event featuring global experts on women’s access to justice in conflict settings, Africa, Indigenous communities, the EU & more. 🔗 Register: tinyurl.com/2sjvwh5s #AccessToJustice
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
🗞️Journalism relies on connection to sources, editors, audiences, and the truth. When digital access disappears, the flow of information that communities depend on is disrupted. 🔗Explore more findings on the impact of internet shutdowns on journalists here: wougnet.org/download/no-...
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
☑️Understanding the impact of internet shutdowns helps us recognize why protecting digital access matters for communities, economies, and democratic participation. 🔗 Explore more on how internet shutdowns affect communities: shorturl.at/dIPkI #KeepItOn #DigitalRightsUg #AccessToInformation
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Happy International Women’s Day 2026! 👏Today, we celebrate the women who have demonstrated courage in leadership and commitment to shaping the future of women and girls. Let’s continue to advocate for systems that prevent and respond to gender-based violence.💪 #IWD26
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
WOUGNET is at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi from 16th–20th February! 🇮🇳 We’re excited to join global leaders, policymakers, technologists, and civil society actors to explore Generative, Predictive, and Agentic AI safety through a gender lens.
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Your heart isn’t the only thing that needs protection. Your personal data, chats, and images do too! Encourage your friends to think before they click and report suspicious activity. Let’s make love, kindness, and safety go hand‑in‑hand this #SaferInternetDay.
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
🔐At Women of Uganda Network, we believe everyone deserves control over their data and digital dignity. 📱Report data misuse and online abuse through our OGBV portal: ogbv.wougnet.org #TakeControlOfYourData #MyDataMyRight
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Data Privacy Week is here! From online safety to responsible data use, this week we empower communities to understand their rights & take practical steps to safeguard their digital lives. #TakeControlOfYourData #MyDataMyRight #PersonalDataIsPrivate
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
We’re honored! 🎉 ECOSOC granted Women of Uganda Network Development Special Consultative Status with the UN. Reach out to info@wougnet.org to register for CSW70, taking place in March 2026 at the UN Headquarters in New York. 📢More info: unwomen.org/en/csw/ngo-p... ⏰Deadline: January 23, 2026
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
With elections underway in Uganda this January, we call for an open and accessible internet for all. Democracy thrives on free connection, and free elections need a free internet. #KeepTheInternetOnUG
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
🚨OUT OF OFFICE! The WOUGNET offices have been temporarily closed from 18th December, 2025 and will re-open on 19th January, 2026 to enable our team rest and reset. 🤝Thank you to our partners, members, friends and allies for an impactful 2025. Happy holidays🎄
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
🚨As part of our continued commitment to strengthening the safety and well-being of Women Human Rights Defenders, we recently held a Training of Trainers capacity-building workshop on the use and facilitation of the co-created Holistic Security Toolkit. @apc.org
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Last week, with support from Crossroads International, we successfully organised an awareness raising seminar at Iganda School of Nurisng &Midwifery and equipped students with digital safety skills and deeper understanding of #GBV and #TFGBV. #DigitalSecurity #EndOnlineViolence
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
🚫No one should feel threatened or silenced on the internet! 📱Report incidents of #OGBV through our portal for legal, digital & psycho-social support! 🔗 ogbv.wougnet.org #16DaysOfActivism
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
🚨HAPPENING TODAY Join our Executive Director, @sandraaceng in this timely conversation as we reflect on digital safety during the #16DaysOfActivism. 🔗Set your reminders: x.com/i/spaces/1eaKb… ⏰ 5PM EAT 📍NBS TV X account #ACTtoEndViolence
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
🚨OPPORTUNITY As our 2021-2025 strategic plan wraps up, we are seeking a consultant to lead the development of our next 5-year strategic plan. Applications are OPEN! 🔗For more info: shorturl.at/EQpkR
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Imagine a world where survivor consent is non-negotiable, healing justice is integrated into every digital space, and burnout is treated as seriously as tech threats. That’s the future we’re building. #EndTFGBV #FeministFuture #HealingJustice
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Online abuse can happen quietly through leaked images, threats, blackmail, impersonation, unwanted sharing. But no one should navigate that alone. Protection is possible. Support is available. 👉 Visit: ogbv.wougnet.org
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
🚫That “just one forward” could cost someone their dignity and you your freedom! Uganda’s Computer Misuse (Amendment) Act, 2022 criminalizes sharing or forwarding intimate or offensive content. 🔐Protect others digital dignity. Protect your record! #16DaysOfActivism
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
🚨Digital spaces should be safe for everyone. 💻If you or a person you know are facing online harassment, impersonation, or unwanted content, report it anonymously through our secure platform for support. 🔗: ogbv.wougnet.org #16DaysOfActivism #EndOnlineViolence
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Behind every online attack is a real person facing harm offline. From blackmail on dating apps to hacked websites targeting women and girls. TFGBV is not virtual it’s visceral. 🔗 Learn more: [womensrightsonline.net] #16Days #EndTFGBV #FeministInternet #WRONetwork
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
When platforms fail, lives are at risk. In Uganda, women are blackmailed with nudes. In India, a simple photo sparks violent backlash. These are not isolated stories; they’re connected struggles all around us Join the conversation this hashtag #16DaysOfActivism & speak out
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Last week, we joined partners in a public dialogue, “UNITE! Linking Theory and Advocacy to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls” at Makerere University. The dialogue highlighted the importance of building movements grounded in evidence and community lived realities. #16DaysOfActivism
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
🤔How can research, advocacy, and community action work together to end violence against women and girls? WOUGNET and partners will be at the upcoming Public Dialogue to unpack exactly that. 🗓 Saturday, 29th Nov 2025 📍 Makerere University ⏰ 1:30PM EAT #16DaysOfActivism #EndOnlineViolence
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
🤝We were honoured to join GIZ’s hybrid kick-off panel for the #16DaysOfActivism, contributing to a critical conversation on digital violence against women and girls. As WOUGNET, we remain committed to raising awareness and advancing digital safety and rights for all women and girls in Uganda.
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
🤝 Today, we join the rest of the world in launching the #16DaysOfActivism against Gender-Based Violence. Let’s use these 16 days to take action to stop digital violence against women and girls across the globe. 🔗Report cases of OGBV: shorturl.at/fGZi2 #NoExcuseForOnlineAbuse
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
🔔Gender-based violence is evolving and expanding in digital spaces. Join us on 4th December for a global conversation on tackling digital abuse and gender backlash. ⏰: 3:00pm EAT-4:30pm EAT 📍: Zoom 🔗Register: shorturl.at/soxmZ #CounterBacklash @ids.ac.uk @sandraaceng.bsky.social
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
🔔We’re proud to launch Edition 1 of the ReFrame Magazine! This issue, “Art Meets Activism: Our Voices, Our Futures” features powerful art and activism from inspiring voices across Uganda. Read NOW: surl.li/jfeoau @apc.org
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
🔔This week, under the BOLT Project, we kicked off the first in a series of gender trainings aimed at strengthening inclusion and addressing gender dynamics in broadband adoption.
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
NEW DOCUMENTARY DROP🎦 Despite rising surveillance, OGBV, censorship & privacy threats, WHRDs and Feminists in Uganda continue to resist and reclaim the digital spaces. 🎥 Watch the full documentary: shorturl.at/LLWY6 @apc.org #OurVoicesOurFutures #FeministInternet
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Women Of Uganda Network @wougnet.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Join our Executive Director, @sandraaceng at the first Africa Symposium on Technology-facilitated Gender-based Violence (TFGBV) in a “Myth-Busting Session on TFGBV Data” as she provides ethical & survivor-centered data practices. 🔗Register here: shorturl.at/GmE4d @apc.org #TFGBV
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