Application Deadline: November 21, 2025 Rights4Her, a leading organization dedicated to advancing women’s rights and empowerment, is seeking a qualified Finance Manager to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity for finance professionals passionate about making a meaningful impact in the non-profit sector while advancing their careers. About the Role The Finance Manager […]
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Africa Queer Network (AQNet) on Tuesday launched a landmark research study documenting the sexual and reproductive health experiences of LBTQ women across Uganda, marking a significant milestone in evidence-based advocacy despite the challenging legal environment. The launch event brought together a diverse group of stakeholders including community members and beneficiaries, health workers, legal experts, and […]
Rescue Refugees Beyond Borders Network launches powerful storytelling project highlighting the untold experiences of sexual and gender minorities seeking safety Over the weekend in Kampala, advocates, refugees, and human rights defenders gathered for the launch of “Voices in the Shadows,” a groundbreaking documentary and storytelling project by Rescue Refugees Beyond Borders Network (RRBBN). The launch […]
September 5th, 2025 marked a pivotal moment in Uganda’s approach to aging and social security as the Kaka Proud Legends Initiative (KPLI) hosted the Community and Partners Convening on Aging and Social Security 2025. The event brought together stakeholders, community leaders, healthcare providers, and advocates to address the unique challenges faced by aging marginalized populations […]
As we celebrate Queer Legacy Month, we honour the courage of those who paved the way In the pantheon of LGBTQ+ rights pioneers, few figures embody the spirit of fearless advocacy and transformative leadership quite like Kasha Jacqueline Nabagesera. As Uganda’s most visible lesbian activist, the founder of Freedom and Roam Uganda (FARUG), and the […]
“Being Alive is Our Biggest Achievement”: New Report Exposes Harsh Realities for LBQ Womxn in Uganda
Kampala, Uganda — August 22, 2025A new report has laid bare the struggles of lesbian, bisexual and queer (LBQ) womxn in Uganda, revealing how state-sanctioned homophobia and entrenched discrimination are pushing communities to the margins of survival. Titled “Navigating Law and Marginality: An Afro-Feminist Analysis of Ugandan Womxn’s Interactions with the Law,” the study traces […]
I want your language raw and rough,
Ugandan slang that’s real enough.
struggling with the grammar of they/them
Call me “mwana, chief or boss,”
but respect my vibe, I’m my own boss.
You can spank me with “uncertain” love,
leave me panting for a “maybe” from above.
At its core, the toolkit is an educational resource that invites religious leaders to engage in critical reflection. Through clear explanations of commonly misunderstood scriptures, it offers new pathways for interpreting these texts in ways that honor the inherent dignity of every individual.
Additionally, the toolkit includes practical guides to facilitate open, honest dialogue within congregations, creating safe spaces for individuals to discuss their beliefs without fear of judgment or ostracization. By fostering these conversations, Women of Faith in Action hopes to inspire a cultural shift within faith communities—one where LGBTQ+ individuals are embraced as equal members.
Although in April the Constitutional Court of Uganda declared sections of the law that criminalize renting premises to LGBTQ+ people unconstitutional, evictions persist and anti-homosexuality sentiments continue to rise. Some of these cases have been documented by the Human Rights Awareness and Promotion Forum, a local nonprofit. In February, they received reports of 32 evictions. The organization reports an increase in cases of violence and human rights violations based on sexual orientation, rising from three people in February to 20 in March. Some of these attacks are spilling over to service providers, such as lawyers, according to the nonprofit.
Faith and human rights are not mutually exclusive; rather, they can complement each other in the pursuit of justice and equality. This campaign seeks to foster a meaningful dialogue on the intersection of faith and human rights, challenging faith communities to reflect on their values and teachings. By engaging religious leaders and congregations, Women of Faith in Action encourages a reinterpretation of religious texts and doctrines in ways that affirm the dignity and rights of all individuals, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation.