Our Impact
Through human rights advocacy, WAA has reached over 200 community members with awareness sessions on the rights of persons with albinism. About 50 girls and women with albinism have been empowered to understand and claim their rights, while 45 cases of abuse and discrimination have been reported and supported through referral and follow-up. 60 local and stakeholders have been trained on inclusion and protection which has helped to reduce stigma and improve community support.
In Kaliro district, through promoting Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), the organization has reached 100 girls and young women with important family planning, menstrual health, and personal safety. About 80 beneficiaries have been supported to access SRHR services. There has been a 30% increase in knowledge and awareness of SRHR among girls and young women with albinism and other disabilities in Kaliro district.
WAA has been participating in advocacy during district budget conferences in Iganga and Kaliro districts, where it presented 3 alternative budget proposals focusing on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights and menstrual health. These proposals highlighted the specific needs of girls and young women with albinism and other disabilities. The engagement strengthened the inclusion of their needs in district planning processes and increased the chances of resource allocation towards inclusive SRHR and menstrual health services.
Through community sensitization meetings and radio talk shows, WAA has further expanded awareness on albinism health, human rights, disability inclusion, and access to health services. A total of 15 community meetings and 10 radio talk shows were conducted reaching over 2,000 directly and an estimated 20,000 listeners. These platforms helped to dispel myths and misconceptions about albinism, improve public understanding and promote positive attitudes. Stigma and discrimination have reduced and more people are seeking health services and supporting inclusion
To strengthen community protection systems, WAA trained 30 paralegals in Kaliro district and 40 focal persons in Iganga district who actively identify, refer, and follow-up on cases of Gender-Based Violence in their communities, improving early reporting, access to justice, and support for survivors.
The advocacy engagements to support the implementation of Kaliro District Policy on disability -inclusive Sexual and Gender Based Violence services and climate justice in a Mid-Level Coalition project. These efforts strengthened coordination among stakeholders, increased awareness on inclusive service delivery, and contributed to more responsible systems that address the unique needs of women and girls with albinism and other disabilities.