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Community Empowerment for Peace and Development - CEPAD Transforming the world through nonviolence

CEPAD-WN is an Indigenous, women-founded, and women-led NGO, established in 2014 by Ugandan feminist peace and conflict scholars to transform lives through nonviolence. Rooted in feminist principles, CEPAD-WN addresses the root causes of violence and inequality by empowering communities to build lasting peace, resilience, and harmony. With a vision of “a nonviolent, peaceful, and inclusive society

,” CEPAD-WN works with women, youth, faith-based organizations, and traditional leaders to foster peace and sustainable development. Through strategic partnerships with governments, CSOs, NGOs, and community leaders, it strengthens institutional and community capacities, ensuring inclusive service delivery and contributing to national and global development goals.

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20/08/2026

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**🌍 Taking Impact Documentation Across Eastern & Northern Uganda**The **FHN Uganda National Platform (FHN NPU)** impact ...
12/08/2026

**🌍 Taking Impact Documentation Across Eastern & Northern Uganda**

The **FHN Uganda National Platform (FHN NPU)** impact documentation journey continues across Eastern and Northern Uganda, with CEPAD engaging partners, stakeholders and beneficiaries to witness the impact of locally led initiatives firsthand.

📍 **Soroti & Katakwi:** We visited **Teso Women Peace Activists (TEWPA)** and interacted with beneficiaries and key stakeholders, who shared experiences of meaningful community-level change.

📍 **Lira:** At **NOCAPAD**, girls and other beneficiaries shared inspiring testimonies of how the project is changing lives, while the Kingdom acknowledged its impact and highlighted the adoption of some good practices within the community.

📍 **Agago:** At **NUWOSO**, the **CAO and DCDO** recognised the project's contribution to the community. Beneficiary groups also shared how the initiative has improved livelihoods, with members now engaging in additional income-generating activities.

📍 **Palabek:** We visited **WORUDET** and interacted with beneficiaries who are now using their experiences and skills to positively influence others in their communities. We also engaged beneficiaries of **THRIVE Gulu**, whose economic empowerment groups are increasing household incomes and individual achievements. One group is now collectively cultivating **four acres of land**.

These stories demonstrate that **impact is not only measured in numbers—it is seen in changed lives, stronger communities, increased incomes and people taking ownership of their future.**

We appreciate our partners, stakeholders and beneficiaries for sharing their experiences and for the remarkable work they continue to do in their communities.

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The Feminist Humanitarian Network Office of the Prime Minister CARE International in Uganda European Union in Uganda UNHCR Uganda Feminist News Zivik Funding Programme

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07/08/2026

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**📍Impact That Can Be Seen, Heard and Felt — Central Uganda**The **FHN Uganda National Platform (FHN NPU)** impact docum...
03/08/2026

**📍Impact That Can Be Seen, Heard and Felt — Central Uganda**

The **FHN Uganda National Platform (FHN NPU)** impact documentation exercise continues in Central Uganda, with CEPAD engaging stakeholders and participants from **MPWDA, WONETHA, Safe Sisters, and JEEWAH**.

The impact of their work is **visible in the communities and strongly reflected in the voices and experiences of participants**. The team witnessed meaningful changes, listened to inspiring stories, and appreciated the commitment these organizations continue to demonstrate in advancing inclusive, locally led humanitarian action.

We commend **MPWDA, WONETHA, Safe Sisters and JEEWAH** for the good work and lasting contribution they are making in their communities. **Their impact speaks for itself.**

** ** The Feminist Humanitarian Network Ifa - Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen Office of the Prime Minister CARE International in Uganda Feminist News

**📍Voices of Change from Kyangwali Refugee Settlement**The FHN Uganda National Platform (FHN NPU) impact documentation j...
29/07/2026

**📍Voices of Change from Kyangwali Refugee Settlement**

The FHN Uganda National Platform (FHN NPU) impact documentation journey has reached **Western Uganda**, where the CEPAD team visited Change Agent Association ** and **RUWONET** to witness the impact of locally led humanitarian action.

In **Kyangwali Refugee Settlement**, the team engaged with beneficiaries, listened to inspiring stories of resilience, and observed firsthand the positive changes driven by community-led initiatives.

We commend **UCAA** for its outstanding commitment to empowering women and strengthening community resilience through impactful, locally driven interventions. Together, we continue to amplify the voices and impact of women-led organizations across Uganda.

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Ifa - Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen CARE International in Uganda The Feminist Humanitarian Network Office of the Prime Minister UNHCR Uganda

**🌍 Strengthening Local Leadership Across West Nile**The FHN Uganda National Platform (FHN NPU) impact documentation exe...
28/07/2026

**🌍 Strengthening Local Leadership Across West Nile**

The FHN Uganda National Platform (FHN NPU) impact documentation exercise continues to gather momentum. CEPAD has now expanded the field visits to **Maracha, Terego, and Madi Okollo Districts**, engaging additional member organizations to document institutional growth, the impact of capacity-building and sub-grants, and inspiring stories of change.

This phase of the exercise included visits to **Amani Initiative, Hope Foundation, Humanitarian Hands (HOP), WAFAN, WAFOD, and Voice of the Voiceless**, highlighting the transformative impact of locally led feminist humanitarian action across the region.

Together, we are capturing evidence of stronger organizations, empowered communities, and sustainable local solutions that are shaping a more inclusive humanitarian response.

** ** The Feminist Humanitarian Network Office of the Prime Minister

As Segal 2026 – Imagining the Next Beat comes to a close, I leave inspired, challenged, and hopeful.The final session in...
24/07/2026

As Segal 2026 – Imagining the Next Beat comes to a close, I leave inspired, challenged, and hopeful.

The final session invited us to think beyond today’s realities and imagine the world we want to help build by 2046—a future shaped by bold leadership, innovation, and collective action.

We envisioned communities where technology enhances safety and dignity; where women market vendors can securely receive and save their earnings through digital systems; and where people live without the everyday fear of theft and insecurity.

One vision that deeply resonated came from Hadi Ruremesha of Burundi, who imagined a future where every child has access to affordable, quality education—education that goes beyond passing examinations to equip young people with practical skills, foster creativity, and unlock their full potential.

These conversations reminded us that the future is not something we wait for—it is something we intentionally create through the choices we make today. As leaders, our responsibility is to imagine boldly, act courageously, and invest in solutions that leave no one behind.

Thank you to the Segal Family Foundation for creating a space where local leaders can dream together, challenge one another, and reimagine what’s possible for our communities.

The next beat starts now.


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Segal 2026 – Imagining the Next BeatAs Segal 2026 comes to a close, the energy in the room is inspiring. The final day c...
23/07/2026

Segal 2026 – Imagining the Next Beat
As Segal 2026 comes to a close, the energy in the room is inspiring. The final day challenged us, as leaders, to step into the future and imagine the world we want to create. We were invited to picture ourselves in 2046—a future shaped not by chance, but by bold ideas and courageous action.
It is a future where people no longer carry cash for transactions, where communities are free from the fear of pickpockets, and where women selling vegetables in local markets can safely receive and keep their earnings through secure digital systems.
From Burundi, Hadi Ruremesha painted a vision of a future where every child has access to affordable, quality education—not education that simply prepares children to pass examinations, but one that equips them with practical skills, nurtures creativity, and enables them to realize their full potential. Segal 2026 – Imagining the Next Beat
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**📍FHN NPU Project Impact Documentation Underway**CEPAD, as the Secretariat of the Feminist Humanitarian Network Uganda ...
22/07/2026

**📍FHN NPU Project Impact Documentation Underway**

CEPAD, as the Secretariat of the Feminist Humanitarian Network Uganda National Platform (FHN NPU), has successfully completed the first three days of the project impact documentation exercise.

To date, the team has visited **nine member organizations**: **WEID, Peace for Women, Upendo ni Baraka, FEMINATURE Uganda, Selfless Compassion Initiative, CEIG, WCTA, WEPASI, and Integrated Child Services (ICS).**

The exercise is documenting institutional growth, the impact of capacity-building and sub-grants, and collecting success stories that demonstrate how locally led feminist humanitarian action is strengthening women-led organizations and improving the lives of communities.

We appreciate the collaboration and commitment of our member organizations and look forward to engaging the remaining partners in the coming days.
The Feminist Humanitarian Network Office of the Prime Minister UNHCR Uganda Ifa - Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen European Union in Uganda CARE International in Uganda

Here’s a polished LinkedIn/Facebook post:Reflections from the Segal Family Foundation Annual MeetingOne of the most insp...
22/07/2026

Here’s a polished LinkedIn/Facebook post:

Reflections from the Segal Family Foundation Annual Meeting

One of the most inspiring moments of the Segal Family Foundation Annual Meeting was listening to the Chairperson reflect on the Foundation’s remarkable 20-year journey.

It all began with a visit to Rwanda, where his father met passionate local founders who were transforming their communities despite having little access to funding or connections with major donors. That experience inspired the creation of the Segal Family Foundation—to bridge the gap between grassroots changemakers and the philanthropic community.

Today, that vision has grown into a vibrant network of over 1,000 founders, funders, partners, and philanthropists committed to advancing locally led development across Africa.

One story that stood out was his reflection on the very first Foundation gathering 12 years ago—they didn’t even have a microphone. Today, the annual meeting has become a global platform celebrating local leadership, innovation, and collaboration.

He challenged all of us to continue believing in the power of local solutions, reminding us that everyone in the room has the potential to be the next great changemaker. He also encouraged organizations to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a tool to strengthen innovation, efficiency, and impact while remaining firmly rooted in community needs.

As the Foundation celebrates its 20th anniversary, one message resonated deeply:

“What got us here will take us to the future.”

A powerful reminder that investing in local leadership, building meaningful partnerships, and trusting communities remain the foundation for lasting change.


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