Uganda Federation of the Hard of Hearing

09/06/2026

Uganda Federation of the Hard of Hearing reiterates its full support for Hon. Ssewagudde Robert, recognised for his significant contributions to advocacy for Deaf people's rights and persons with disabilities, Honourable Ssewagudde Robert from Uganda was nominated for election to the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. His experience spans grassroots to international levels, encompassing policy advocacy, legislative reforms, and strengthening disability rights. His election to the committee would bring valuable practical experience in disability rights advocacy and the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).
We stand in solidarity for election of Honourable Ssewagudde calling attention of state parties, CSO, United Nations representatives and development partners.

Disability Rights Fund ADD International
Uganda National Association Of the Deaf - UNAD Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development African Disability Forum - ADF World Federation of the Deaf Ry International Disability Alliance NUDIPU-Uganda

08/05/2026

Ainamazima Simon says his life before getting hearing aids was a struggle. He had to rely on lip-reading in class (a rather tedious task), and was always asking teachers to repeat themselves.

However, his life changed significantly after getting his first pair of hearing aids while in university. For him, it was like a whole new world because he could finally do things he had trouble doing without hearing aids. He could even participate in conversations more easily.

Simon shares that people were surprised by the change in him and asked him why he had suddenly become social. He says hearing aids made it possible for him.

For many like Simon, hearing aids have made everyday life more accessible.
NUDIPU-Uganda World Hearing Forum Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Disability Rights Fund International Federation of Hard of Hearing Young People (IFHOHYP) Ministry of Health- Uganda

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28/04/2026

On the 18th April, UFHOH hosted a capacity-building session led by David Nangosi to understand the Global Disability Summit: its origins, purpose, and why it matters in today’s push for disability inclusion. The purpose of the training was to equip participants with knowledge on understanding the 2025 GDS Commitments and how to follow up on their implementation and monitoring.

The session explored how the GDS came to be, the global actors behind it, and its role in shaping commitments around key areas such as inclusive education, accessible healthcare, and economic empowerment for persons with disabilities. Participants were also taken through the different themes that have been highlighted over the years and the practical steps being taken globally to turn these commitments into action.

Beyond the theory, the training created space for reflection on what these global conversations mean in our local context. How do we ensure that these commitments are not just discussed at international forums, but actually felt in our communities?

Participants were also active. They asked eye-opening questions and also shared ideas on things we could do differently to ensure that the commitments are brought to our communities, including strategies for the implementation and monitoring of the 2025 GDS Commitments.

Sessions like these are a reminder that awareness is a critical first step, because you cannot advocate for what you do not fully understand.

As we continue to build knowledge and capacity within its network, the goal remains clear: to ensure that hard-of-hearing voices are informed, equipped, and actively engaged in shaping the conversations that affect them. Participants left with a clearer understanding of the 2025 GDS Commitments and practical ideas on how to implement and monitor them, this workshop made possible with supoort from Disability Rights Fund
Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development International Disability Alliance Esther Kyozira Ministry of Education and Sports Uganda Nuwodu Uganda Stuart Miracle Cyprian Rose Academies-Uganda World Hearing Forum NUDIPU-Uganda International Federation of Hard of Hearing Young People (IFHOHYP) UNICEF Moses Serwadda African Disability Forum - ADF Kasoma Patrick Anne Mary Kiggala Nalubwama Mastulah

31/03/2026

On 16th March , we held a consultative meeting with key stakeholders to obtain information that will support the formulation of a monitoring tool for the handbook on supporting hard of hearing learners in inclusive schools that we launched last year in September. The consultation, which was very interactive, was led by Dr Abdu Busuulwa, a senior lecturer from Kyambogo University.

Participants included teachers from both primary and secondary schools, school adminstrators, and hard of hearing learners (students and graduates), gathered to share ideas, experiences, and suggestions on how this process should be carried out. We explored important questions to ask, practical and effective ways to track progress, and how to ensure the handbook is truly making a difference in schools. The views, opinions, and suggestions shall be analyzed and be incorporated leading to the final copy of the Monitoring tool which will be validated and later leveraged to strengthen how we measure impact and improve support for hard of hearing learners. Made possible with support from Disability Rights Fund

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International Disability Alliance African Disability Forum - ADF NUDIPU-Uganda Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Ministry of Education and Sports Uganda UNICEF International Federation of Hard of Hearing Young People (IFHOHYP) Esther Kyozira World Hearing Forum Moses Serwadda Nuwodu Uganda Kasoma Patrick Rose Academies-Uganda Wabuya Hudson Joerge Saba Stuart Miracle Cyprian Hellen Ikitot Wanyana Brender

04/03/2026

World Hearing Day in action.

On Tuesday, 3rd, at Busiike UMEA Primary School, we proudly partnered with the Luwero Association of the Hard of Hearing to bring the theme From Communities to Classrooms to life.

Together, we engaged pupils, teachers, parents, and local leaders in conversations about hearing healthcare and building inclusive school environments for learners with hearing loss.
Free Audiology services, including Ear Screening and free hearing aids offers to deserving children or community members
Dissemination of World Health Organization (WHO) materials were shared.
Guest of Honour, was Hon. Ssewagudde Robert MP elect representing Persons with disabilities. He observed that hearing loss is rampant and indeed sensitization is needed and applaud WHO for the initiative, He
Pledged to amplify advocacy in parliament and influence social inclusion policies for learners with hearing loss and the wider disability movement.
He pledged continueous engagement with the Uganda Federation of the Hard of Hearing to ensure our advocay issues are well represented in parliament Rose Academies-Uganda NUDIPU-Uganda World Hearing Forum Disability Rights Fund Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Ministry of Education and Sports Uganda Chrissy Zimba International Disability Alliance Esther Kyozira

02/03/2026

Friends make life richer—and everyone deserves to be included.

Ahead of 'World Hearing Day' tomorrow, here’s how you can support a friend with hearing loss:

- Take turns when talking so your friend can follow the conversation
- Face your friend when speaking
- Help, or call for help, if their hearing aid isn’t working
- Include your friend in play and group activities
- Never make fun of people with hearing loss or hearing aids

Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4l97XkQ

02/03/2026

World Hearing Day, Theme 2026 "From Communities to classrooms : hearing care for every child. It highlights the need to integrate hearing care into school and cimmunity health programs yo prevent, early identification, and treat children's ear and hearing issues,

This theme is very important and aligns to our current advocay on promoting inclusive education for Hard of hearing learners in schools.

NUDIPU-Uganda World Hearing Forum

02/03/2026

We are happy to Commemorate World Hearing Day and Justify why hearing healthcare matters!

Are you ready for tomorrow??

A global conversation is about to begin.
Are you ready to be a part of it?

26/02/2026

Uganda Federation of the Hard of Hearing the ground is set, waiting for 3rd March World Hearing Day, this year the theme
From Communities to classrooms, hearing care for every child" resonates with promoting inclusive education for learning with hearing loss, we are excited to commemorate this day to amplify awareness and advocate for ear and hearing healthcare care for every child to thrive in both formal and informal education.
Esther Kyozira Uganda
Ministry of Education and Sports Uganda Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Susan Linda Stasi Rose Academies-Uganda NUDIPU-Uganda International Federation of Hard of Hearing Young People (IFHOHYP) Ruth Warick International Disability Alliance Disability Rights Fund African Disability Forum - ADF

23/02/2026

Upcoming 3rd march World Hearing Day
Uganda Federation of the Hard of Hearing watch out for more updates!