Archives: Local Partners

Recently With Women Kisoboka (WWK) partnered with the highly reputable BarefootLaw to further empower the women we serve through the innovative use of digital technology to foster connection to free legal services to develop solutions for their justice needs. In recent community visits that were highly participatory, the NGO introduced a team of lawyers from BarefootLaw. In the rural villages …

On the morning of August 27, five girls from the remote mount village of Khamagobe embarked on an extraordinary journey. It wasn’t just their first airplane ride; it was their maiden voyage beyond the familiar confines of their village and the walls of the Kanyampara SDA Vocational Secondary School they attend. These girls are their village’s future leaders because they …

The WWK NGO gathered its CBO partner leads from Kampala, Kiboga, Jinja, Kasese and Nakaseka districts to meet physically at the NGO headquarters with a full agenda including knowledge and market sharing, collaborative support, and presentations by its network partners—Barefoot Lawyers- Uganda, The mSME Garage and Ensibuuko who conducted essential trainings focused on legal justice, introducing new technologies and reviewing …

A remarkable transformation began in the spring of 2021 in Nakaseke as women embraced the world of beekeeping, creating a buzz of excitement and opportunity in the villages nearby. This venture, fueled by the capital from WWK’s interest-free loans and Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs), has empowered these women to build a thriving beekeeping cooperative. The business not only …

In 2021, Nagadya Dorothy became a member of WWK’s CBO KNI, a decision that marked the beginning of her inspiring entrepreneurial journey. A devoted mother of two, she made a strategic move by investing her initial capital directly into her vegetable stall. As her business flourished, she reaped profits that enabled her to achieve remarkable milestones. First, Dorothy acquired three …

In the heart of three WWK local partners, tailoring is not only an art, but also a flourishing enterprise that is changing lives and shaping futures. The craft both profitable and an indispensable business catering to the needs of individuals, schools, and businesses alike. It is an industry that will always be needed and withstands economic changes and challenges. In …

In Uganda’s diverse districts of Kampala, Kiboga, Jinja, Nakaseke and Kasese, a remarkable transformation is taking place. Women, once marginalized and burdened by generational suffering, are now driving change within their families and communities. Their journey began with a shift in mindset towards becoming successful entrepreneurs. One inspiring story comes from the hills of Kasese, where Yosinta (photo, left) joined …

In a dynamic gathering at WWK’s headquarters in Busega, Kampala district, Nalukwago Milly, the NGO Executive Director and Nakayiza Aminah, Program Director brought together WWK mentors. It was a day of reflection, learning and spirited discussion geared towards nurturing the critical Mentorship Program that plays a pivotal role in WWK’s strategic growth. Seven original mentors who have been the strength …

When the kitchen gardening and water access was first funded by ABSF and WIL Philadelphia in 2021, it enabled the most vulnerable of WWK women who live in the hills of Kasese to have healthy food for their family, as well as vegetables to sell at the local market. Twelve of the 30 participating women also were supported with a …

In the heart of the urban settlement of Busega, Kampala District, Nabukeera Annet’s story is one of resilience and transformation. Like many others, Annet found herself thrust into uncertainty when the pandemic took her job away. She was faced with the daunting challenge of how to provide for her children, put food on the table, and ensure her children’s continued …