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But for Wekobera Shamim, walking across the graduation square at Makerere University Business School (MUBS) to receive her Diploma in Business Administration was something much bigger. It was a sign of victory over years of discrimination, a proof of resilience, and a reward to - [IDIWA CALL FOR BOARD MEMBERS-2026](https://idiwaug.org/idiwa-call-for-board-members-2026/) - IDIWA Call For Board Members -2026Download - [IDIWA BOARD & COMMITEE MEMBERSHIP EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM](https://idiwaug.org/5579-2/) - IDIWA-Board-Committee-Membership-EOI-Form_2026Download - [Meet Joshua, the 16-Point UACE Star: How the BENMAPP Project Sparked His Education Journey](https://idiwaug.org/meet-joshua-the-16-point-uace-star-how-the-benmapp-project-sparked-his-education-journey/) - Muganzi Joshua’s story is a powerful reflection of resilience and the impact of inclusive support. Born with a visual impairment, Joshua lost his sight completely in 2010 after unsuccessful surgeries. His situation was further complicated when his father left, leaving his mother—a canteen attendant—to raise him and his siblings with limited resources. Despite these challenges, - [From Silence to Action: 100 Children and Youth with Disabilities in Namutumba and Iganga Empowered to Speak Out Against SGBV](https://idiwaug.org/from-silence-to-action-100-children-and-youth-with-disabilities-in-namutumba-and-iganga-empowered-to-speak-out-against-sgbv/) - IDIWA successfully concluded a transformative three-day Human Rights Training for 100 children and youth with disabilities from Namutumba and Iganga districts under the project “From Silence to Action and from Fear to Empowerment Against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) Among Children and Youth with Disabilities in Eastern Uganda.” The training addressed the persistent challenge of - [](https://idiwaug.org/5521-2/) - The IDIWA Diaries Q1, 2026 News LetterDownload - [IDIWA Hosts Global Fund Team for HIV, TB, and Malaria Project Monitoring Visit](https://idiwaug.org/idiwa-hosts-global-fund-team-for-hiv-tb-and-malaria-project-monitoring-visit/) - Integrated Disabled Women Activities (IDIWA) recently hosted a monitoring visit from the Gender Equity Fund under the Global Fund, marking a significant milestone in strengthening inclusive and gender-responsive healthcare services in Kaliro and Iganga Districts, under the Promoting Gender Responsive HIV/TB & Malaria services among WGDs project This visit provided a timely opportunity to reflect - [Empowering Environmental Defenders: 40 Women and Girls with Disabilities equipped with Advocacy, and Climate Policy Negotiation Skills.](https://idiwaug.org/empowering-environmental-defenders-40-women-and-girls-with-disabilities-equipped-with-advocacy-and-climate-policy-negotiation-skills/) - Women and Girls with Disabilities (WGDs) are increasingly stepping into spaces where decisions about climate change and environmental justice are made, and their voices are growing stronger. Last week, Integrated Disabled Women Activities (IDIWA) under the Mid-Level Coalition, a partnership of three organizations, with support from the Disability Rights Fund (DRF), convened a transformative training - [IDIWA Participates in East African NELD Regional Learning Exchange](https://idiwaug.org/idiwa-participates-in-east-african-neld-regional-learning-exchange/) - IDIWA’s CEO; Elizabeth Kayanga and project staff recently participated in the East African NELD Regional Learning Exchange held in Nairobi from 2–6 March. The regional convening brought together partners and practitioners to strengthen collaboration and share experiences on Non-Economic Loss and Damage (NELD)- the social, cultural, and human impacts of climate change that cannot easily - [Constance: A Trailblazer for Women with Disabilities in Bugiri District](https://idiwaug.org/hello-world/) - Nandera Constance, a resilient and determined woman from Namayembe Town Council, Kapyanga Village in Bugiri District, has faced lifelong challenges due to a physical disability caused by a polio vaccination. In a community where stigma and discrimination often limit opportunities for persons with disabilities, Constance’s story stands out as one of strength, perseverance, and unwavering - [Awori’s Story of Strength, Resilience, and Transformation](https://idiwaug.org/aworis-story-of-strength-resilience-and-transformation/) - Born with a physical disability in Kityerera sub-county, Mayuge district, 42 years, mother of eight children Mirabu Awori’s life was once filled with uncertainty. She depended entirely on small-scale farming, which barely produced enough to feed her family. Many times, her children went to school hungry and nearly dropped out because she couldn’t afford scholastic - [Kalembe Aidha: A Visionary Leader Championing Rights and Resilience](https://idiwaug.org/kalembe-aidha-a-visionary-leader-championing-rights-and-resilience/) - Kalembe Aidha, a remarkable leader from Magamaga, lives with both physical and visual impairments, yet her journey is one of empowerment, resilience, and advocacy. As the chairperson of the Better Together Association of Women and Girls with Disabilities, founded with the support of IDIWA, Aidha has proven to be a tireless advocate for the rights - [Breaking Barriers, Building Dreams: The Journey of Katooko Shafiga](https://idiwaug.org/breaking-barriers-building-dreams-the-journey-of-katooko-shafiga/) - In Buwaya Sub- County, Mayuge District, the story of Katooko Shafiga unfolds, a young woman whose determination became steps of hope for others. Born with a physical disability, Shafiga grew up facing the realities of stigma, limited opportunities, and social exclusion yet, she never allowed her disability to silence her dreams. With a certificate in - [How Three Goats Turned Miriam’s Life Around](https://idiwaug.org/how-three-goats-turned-miriams-life-around/) - In the village of Bulluta, Mayuge District, lives Miriam Asemire, a 65 year old mother of eleven children. Living with a physical disability, Minamu has faced a lifetime of challenges from daily mobility struggles to social stigma and poverty. Raising such a large family on her own, with limited income opportunities, seemed nearly impossible. “Many - [From Journalist to Advocate: How Positive Reporting is Changing Mudoola Micha’s Perceptions](https://idiwaug.org/from-journalist-to-advocate-how-positive-reporting-is-changing-mudoola-michas-perceptions/) - In Iganga District, the voice of Mudola Micah, a journalist working with Apex Radio, has become a powerful force for inclusion and social change. Known for his engaging programs and community-centered reporting, Micah’s journey from a media practitioner to a passionate advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities is a story of transformation, learning, - [From Struggle to Strength: How Rachael Turned 30,000 Shillings into a Brighter Future](https://idiwaug.org/from-struggle-to-strength-how-rachael-turned-30000-shillings-into-a-brighter-future/) - In Nambale Sub- County, Iganga District, lives Namusosa Rachael, a determined 16-year-old girl whose courage and resilience continue to inspire her community. Born with a visual impairment, Rachael’s early years were filled with challenges that are unimaginable. From an early age, she faced an uphill battle not only navigating daily life with limited sight but - [Musasizi Kevin’s Journey to self-dependence](https://idiwaug.org/musasizi-kevins-journey-to-self-dependence/) - In the village of Busalam, Luuka District, Musasizi Kevin, a 42-year-old single mother of two, has defied the odds to build a life of resilience and independence. Living with a physical disability, Kevin faced numerous challenges in providing for her children, relying primarily on small-scale farming to make ends meet. But everything changed when she ## Pages - [Home](https://idiwaug.org/) - strengthening women and girls with disabilities Learn More Our Vision An inclusive and violence-free society. Our Mission To promote gender equality and the rights of women and girls with disabilities and their families to better health and sustainable livelihoods. 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