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@commonwealthorg @APC_News @marungairyne @Karlvoo @sandraaceng @NyapendiEsther @warmheartsug It has been an insightful discussion with CSOs, journalists, policy makers & implementers in Fort Portal tourism city as we unwrapped the challenges they face in expressing their Rights on Freedom of Expression & Access to Information. #HerRightToKnow
@commonwealthorg @APC_News @marungairyne @Karlvoo @sandraaceng @NyapendiEsther @warmheartsug “As Police, we provide a listening ear to all genders. I encourage girls & women facing any form of violence to come and report. We have different departments for domestic violence, online gender based violence. You shouldn’t fear police, we are all human beings” #HerRightToKnow
@commonwealthorg @APC_News @marungairyne @Karlvoo @sandraaceng @NyapendiEsther @warmheartsug “I urge all women to speak up because you have the right to express yourself despite the presence of social norms”- Women-led CSO leader #HerRightToKnow
@commonwealthorg @APC_News @marungairyne @Karlvoo @sandraaceng @NyapendiEsther @warmheartsug “There is need for male participation in protecting and promoting women’s rights on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information if we are to achieve gender equality and inclusivity”- Female politician #HerRightToKnow
@commonwealthorg @APC_News @marungairyne @Karlvoo @sandraaceng @NyapendiEsther @warmheartsug “Implementation of sensitive laws is difficult because of shortage of resources like phones, money, and high levels of illiteracy”- Women-led CSO leader. #HerRightToKnow
“Women are judged alot on social media because of their gender. This has left many of them in self censorship. When they go to report, they are judged because of their gender and blame their way of behavior, age and dress code”- Female journalist #HerRightToKnow
📻Are you in Fort Portal,Jinja, Oyam & neighboring areas, join us tomorrow for insightful discussions as we continue to raise awareness among policy makers, CSOs & the general public about the specific challenges women face in expressing their Rights on FOE & A2I #HerRightToKnow
@FrancisOgweng @commonwealthorg @APC_News @sandraaceng @Karlvoo @marungairyne @NyapendiEsther @oesther91 @zgamuriat @warmheartsug .@oesther91 : As women, we need to be cautious of what we post online. This is because the internet doesn’t forget and it is what you post that will be used against you. #HerRightToKnow
@FrancisOgweng @commonwealthorg @APC_News @sandraaceng @Karlvoo @marungairyne @NyapendiEsther @oesther91 @zgamuriat “We need to be resilient in implementation of laws so as to effectively hold the perpetrators liable. This will allow more victims to come out and testify. This will show them that the systems are working and working in their favor”- Bwambaale Micheal #HerRightToKnow
@FrancisOgweng @commonwealthorg @APC_News @sandraaceng @Karlvoo @marungairyne @NyapendiEsther @oesther91 @zgamuriat .@FrancisOgweng:Police is implementing the laws.We have a department handling electronic counter measures like OGBV, a forensic lab & we carry out a lot of advocacy campaigns. However, we still have a challenge of social norms. #HerRightToKnow
@FrancisOgweng @commonwealthorg @APC_News @sandraaceng @Karlvoo @marungairyne @NyapendiEsther .@oesther91: Most female journalists have resorted to self censorship in online spaces because of the backlash in digital spaces. You have to have a tough skin. This greatly affects women’s participation in online spaces. #HerRightToKnow
.@FrancisOgweng: Today, many women report cases of violence and this is because of lack of awareness in terms of what police can do and what they as victims can do. Therefore there is need to raise awareness among women & girls on how to fight against violations. #HerRightToKnow
📻 Are you in Kampala & the surrounding areas? Tune in to Radio One, 90FM tonight at 7:00 PM EAT for an insightful talk show exploring the policies on Freedom of Expression & Access to Information that are affecting women’s rights online. #HerRightToKnow
They can use educational materials, workshops, and online resources to raise awareness about discriminatory laws' impact. #HerRightToKnow
They can use educational materials, workshops, and online resources to raise awareness about discriminatory laws' impact. #HerRightToKnow
Women-led CSOs can use advocacy, media campaigns, and legal action to challenge discriminatory laws. #HerRightToKnow
Women-led CSOs can use advocacy, media campaigns, and legal action to challenge discriminatory laws. #HerRightToKnow
By actively including marginalized women in policy discussions and providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. #HerRightToKnow
By actively including marginalized women in policy discussions and providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. #HerRightToKnow
Advocacy for gender-sensitive internet policies have challenged discriminatory laws. #HerRightToKnow
Advocacy for gender-sensitive internet policies have challenged discriminatory laws. #HerRightToKnow
Thanks to all X-Chat friends and allies, our panelists @nagawa_lorna, @RuthNagudi, @CarolMukisal, and our moderator @NyapendiEsther, the WOUGNET team, and our donor @commonwealth. Kindly continue the conversation using the #HerRightToKnow , like, follow and retweet.
@wougnet @commonwealthorg @princesaito @marungairyne @sandraaceng @NyapendiEsther @CarolMukisa1 @nagawa_lorna @RuthNagudi @miriemush @chapterfourug #HerRightToKnow There are also fears of backlash and intimidation especially in online discussions. The conversations usually shift to the person commenting or sharing their views as opposed to the issues at hand.