Breaking The Silence Symposium

22/08/2025

What an incredible day Symposium at Sheraton Hotel Kampala.

Experts from diverse fields came together to share insights on infertility, PCOS, Endometriosis, and the emotional, social, and financial impacts of fertility challenges.

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, partners, speakers, and everyone who attended, your support made this important conversation possible. Together, we’ll keep breaking the silence!

21/08/2025

1 Day to Go!

The wait is almost over!

Ready to talk fertility more openly without hush-hush or stigma?
Don’t miss the where we’ll unpack the challenges, bust common myths, and explore practical solutions to make fertility care fair, accessible, and stigma-free for everyone.

Call 0777874406 to find out how to be part!!

20/08/2025

The lack of national policy frameworks and legal guidelines on fertility care continues to fuel barriers to access, deepen inequities in service provision, and raise ethical concerns around assisted reproductive technologies, surrogacy, and donor rights leaving countless individuals and couples to face infertility without affordable or regulated support.

Be part of the dialogue at as we unpack what it takes to place fertility care at the heart of national health policy that protects dignity, breaks stigma, and ensures equitable access for everyone.

18/08/2025

The wait is finally over!! The is finally here, and this Saturday we welcome Dr. Daniel Zaake, Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, to the conversation.

Dr. Zaake will share his perspective on infertility as a critical public health concern exploring both the promise of medical innovation and the urgent need for societal change. His insights will challenge us to reimagine a future where policy reform, compassionate healthcare, and social awareness work hand in hand to ensure that no one faces the journey of infertility alone, and that every individual has the right to pursue parenthood with dignity, free from stigma and discrimination.

13/08/2025

Meet the keynote speaker for this year’s edition of the Symposium, Dr. Edward Tamale Sali, the Director of the Women’s Hospital International and Fertility Centre.

Dr. Sali is a highly respected consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist with extensive experience spanning several decades advancing women’s health, with a particular focus on reproductive medicine and infertility treatment.

A pioneer in assisted reproductive technology in Uganda, Dr. Sali has been instrumental in bringing hope to countless couples facing infertility challenges, offering them world-class medical care combined with compassion and understanding. His expertise, research contributions, and advocacy have positioned him as a leading voice in women’s health, inspiring professionals, patients, and policymakers alike.

At the , Dr. Sali will share his deep insights on infertility as a public health concern, highlight innovations in fertility care, and discuss pathways to breaking the stigma that continues to surround this important issue.

11/08/2025

on infertility requires united action across the entire health ecosystem. Employers must lead with inclusive work policies and health benefits. Healthcare providers must deliver responsive and compassionate services. The media must amplify awareness and challenge stigma. And most critically, policymakers must treat infertility as a public health priority—enacting legislation that guarantees fair and equitable access for all.Be part of the critical conversation at the happening this August at Sheraton Kampala Hotel

06/08/2025

Meet Dr. Muyingo Mark, Fertility Specialist and Managing Director at Neogenesis Fertility Centre. With a strong passion for women’s reproductive health, Dr. Muyingo specializes in infertility, endometriosis, and PCOS.

At this year’s , he will unpack the deeper and often overlooked causes of infertility beyond hormones, age, and time, offering expert insights to help shift the narrative and break the stigma.

Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from one of the leading voices in fertility care in Uganda

05/08/2025

Endometriosis remains one of the leading yet least understood causes of infertility among women in Uganda. Despite its widespread impact, it continues to be misdiagnosed, underreported, and deeply stigmatized, leaving many women to suffer in silence.

Learn more in the full NTV Uganda episode that sheds light on the lived experiences of women battling this condition, alongside expert insights on endometriosis.

Watch here:

In our first episode, we met Stella Nakato and Grace Nagawa, two women whose painful periods were dismissed as normal for years. Tonight, we follow the momen...

04/08/2025

Happy Monday!

Kicking off the week with a big shout out to all the incredible partners who have come on board for this year’s . Your support is instrumental as we work together to amplify the conversation around infertility, strengthen support systems for those affected, advocate for inclusive policy reforms, and expand access to quality infertility care across communities.

Kudos!!!

01/08/2025

August is here and the countdown to the Symposium has officially begun!

Join us on 22nd August at Sheraton Hotel Kampala for this year’s action packed infertility, convening under the theme: “Beyond the Silence: Strengthening Support, Policy, and Access to Infertility Care.” Be part of this transformative conversation that challenges stigma, drives policy change, and champions inclusive reproductive health in Uganda.

30/07/2025

Stories of infertility are too often framed as marital tragedies or medical challenges, with the spotlight fixed on miraculous outcomes.

This narrative leaves out the complex realities faced by those who can’t afford IVF, those whose journeys don’t follow a linear path, and the diverse voices affected across gender, geography, and economic class. Such limited storytelling fosters a narrow public understanding and deepens the stigma further isolating those silently struggling.

So, what role can the media play in reshaping these narratives? Join us at the upcoming Symposium, where a panel of leading media voices will unpack how journalism and storytelling can challenge stigma, amplify unheard voices, and drive inclusive dialogue on infertility.