Microfinance & Empowerment Programs In Gulu

Greetings! 

One of the founding priciples of WGEF, is our commitment to amplifying women's voices thru leadership development trainings and opportunities. So in addition ot having given over 10,000 loans, creating thousands of businesses in the post conflict region of northern Uganda, we have had 11 women run for political office over the last 8 eight years. We have 22 peer couselors and Access to Justice team members making a difference, helping to navigate incredibly sensitive and challenging issues for women and families. 

At Women's Global, we're looking forward to another exciting year full of opportunities and new partnerships. Women’s Global is impacting the community by providing an opportunity for sustainable human development. Our commitment in 2017 includes:

• Provide 2,500 new loans in 2017, serving more women in vulnerable rural districts.
• Provide 1,500 women the opportunity to participate in our literacy program (4x participant increase).
• Maintain a portfolio including 30% agro loans, as local food production is the most effective and sustainable way to address food security issues.
• Ensure safe and dignified supplies to the most vulnerable through the Healthy Period Initiative (HPI), enabling a 4x greater output.
• Expand HPI into 2 new schools and serving girls under 18 in nearby refugee camps on the South Sudan border.
• Host a weekly community radio program, highlighting challenges and successes for women in the community. 
• Continue to expand outreach through Gulu Women's Resource Centre.

Gulu Women's Resource Centre is a hub of activity and advocacy, here is an example of a recent campaign to ban a dangerous alcoholic substance, creating havoc and death in Gulu District and the surrounding area. Here is an excerpt from a newspaper article (see link below): 

Cheap, Deadly Booze Killing Uganda's Future

Women's Global leaders, including the Peer Counselors & Access to Justice teams, lead an effort to mobilize their community and protect their families. Citizen advocacy is critical in creating change - be inspired! 

http://www.monitor.co.ug/OpEd/Editorial/Cheap--deadly-booze-killing-Uganda-s-future/689360-3796098-iymwal/index.html 

Thank you for your support of WGEF and commitment to equality and justice. 

Peace, 

Karen

Links:

• Newspaper Article