Breaking the Silence, Stop the Violence Against Women
Globally, it is estimated that 1 in 3 women (approximately 30% aged 15 and older) have experienced physical and/or sexual violence at […]
One Step Further: Data Justice Insights and Lessons from Uganda and Beyond
Introduction On Friday August 2, 2024, Women of Uganda Network(WOUGNET) together with the Data Protection and Privacy Office (DPPO), Pollicy, Association for […]
WOUGNET at DataFestAfrica2024: The Impact of Spyware on Civic Space and Feminist Organizing in Uganda
Introduction Uganda traces the infiltration of Spyware back to 2011 following the presidential elections, and the proliferation of this technology poses a […]
Gender Digital Divide: Empowering Women in the Digital Space
Globally, 70% of men use the internet, compared with 65% of women. The gender gap is highest in Africa, where 40% of […]
Understanding Data Consumption and Usage in Uganda
66% of the world’s population have access to the internet. In 2020, the amount of data consumed globally reached 64.2 zettabytes. Internet […]
Legal Framework on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information: Exploring the Impact on Women and Possible Solutions
Freedom of Expression and Access to Information are fundamental human rights for gender inclusivity to exist. However, the efficiency of these rights […]
Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies and Their Impact on Civic Space in Africa
Women of Uganda Network (WOUGNET) recently participated in the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum hosted by Paradigm Initiative in Accra, Ghana, from […]
Cyber Feminism: Resilience in the Face of Online Backlash and Civic Constrictions
Global progress on gender equality is under threat. We are living in an era where major political and social shifts are resulting […]
Using ICTs for Citizen Engagement with Leaders to Improve Accountability and Transparency in Public Service Delivery in Uganda
Limited inclusive citizenry participation at the grassroots, unchecked bureaucracy corruption tendencies, and information gaps result in inappropriate implementation of national plans and […]
Exploring Policies Affecting Women’s Rights to Freedom of Expression and Access to Information
Women of Uganda Network (WOUGNET)’s X community witnessed a dynamic X Chat on 28th March 2024 where women human rights defenders, journalists, […]
Gendered aspects of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on Data protection for women and girls in Africa
In the ever-evolving digital space, the intersection between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and privacy has become a complex concern, raising questions about the […]
Feminists Resilience in Uganda’s Shrinking Civic Space
Gender backlash persists as a significant issue in hindering the gains, achievements, and progress made on gender equality. This backlash encompasses various […]
