The Child Sensitive Social Protection Programme Closeout workshop happening now. A programme that has touched lives in vulnerable communities in Westnile Refugee hosting districts.

Hon. Betty Amongi noted that the Child-Sensitive Social Protection Programme complements the government’s initiatives to expand social protection, aligning with the National Social Protection Policy 2015's objectives. #SocialProtectionUG | #InvestInUGchildren | #ZeroHunger

Hon. Betty Amongi highlighted that the Programme played a significant role in developing several crucial documents, including the National Social Protection Strategy, which was officially launched in October 2024. #SocialProtectionUG | #InvestInUGchildren | #ZeroHunger

The minister also expressed gratitude to UNICEF Uganda, WFP Uganda and Embassy of Sweden in Kampala for their support, which has enabled Uganda to learn from other countries with established social registries. #SocialProtectionUG | #InvestInUGchildren | #ZeroHunger

"Integrating social protection, nutrition, and climate resilience can solve complex challenges" ~ Tiina Honkanen, Head of Social Protection WFP Uganda #SocialProtectionUG #InvestInUGchildren #ZeroHunger

1️⃣On 28th March, 2025, development partners gathered for the National Child-Sensitive #SocialProtectionUG Programme Closeout Workshop. The workshop aimed to evaluate the programme’s 5-year impact and explore strategies for sustainability. #InvestInUGchildren #ZeroHunger

Government of Uganda through Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development with support from partners WFP Uganda ,Ireland in Uganda has piloted delivery of cash transfers to Elderly Refugees in Westnile, in Bidibidi and Lobule camps. A sense of hope restored.See fliers for details. Social Protection Forum #SocialProtectionUg

NUDIPU, Social Protection Forum , Parliamentary Forum for Persons with disabilities, and UNAPD have embarked on a process to push for a child benefit. As stakeholders, the need should have been prioritized before, as families with children with disabilities continue struggling. Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development

Stefanie Bitengo, Deputy Director at National Social Protection Secretariat joins us this Friday to share: ✔ Kenya’s policy & legal framework for #refugee inclusion in social protection ✔ Digital innovations in social protection & pathways for improved refugee integration 📍us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Join us this Friday as Agumba takes us through: ✔ The overview of the current landscape of refugee inclusion in Kenya’s social protection. ✔ Key policy priorities and ongoing initiatives to enhance refugee access to national programs. 📍us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

We are pleased to have Nelson Balyeku from the Office of the Prime Minister - Uganda, join us to share: 🔹 Uganda’s national frameworks and policies for refugee data integration 🔹 Cross-country lessons and insights from Uganda’s experience in strengthening refugee inclusion 📍us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Minister of State for Elderly Affairs, Hon. Gidudu Mafwabi met with H.E. Sasayama Takuya of the Embassy of Japan in Uganda 🇯🇵 🇺🇬. They discussed possible partnership in enhancing elderly protection and care systems in Uganda. Hon Betty Amongi ESP Aggrey Kibenge

Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development with organizations of persons with disabilities request government to pass shs12.6b for a child severe disability benefit in the 2⃣0⃣2⃣5⃣/2⃣6⃣ FY budget. Every child deserves a chance to thrive, not just survive. Parliament of Uganda Thomas Tayebwa Anita Annet Among

In efforts to uplift the livelihoods of Persons with Disabilities across the country, Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development initiated the #NSG, which has impacted many lives.See flier for detailed guidelines on how to be part or guide potential beneficiaries.Social Protection Forum Parliament of Uganda Parliament Watch @BalaamAteenyiDr

The 5yr ISPP programme will be implemented in Refugee hosting districts in westnile, Southwest, Lamwo in Acholi and parts of Karamoja (Napak, Kaabong, Karenga and Abim). WFP Uganda UNICEF Uganda ILO Dar FAO in Uganda Hon Betty Amongi Prosper Byonanebye Social Protection Forum

Weekly update: Another cycle of the Senior Citizens Grant field payments begins on Monday 19th May. See flier for details. #SocialProtectionUg Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Government of Uganda Social Protection Forum Parliament Watch Ministry of Finance Ministry of Local Government Hon Betty Amongi Aggrey Kibenge Prosper Byonanebye Centenary Bank Uganda Media Centre

ESP will be in the field from Mon May 19, '25 to deliver the SAGE Grant to beneficiaries. Enrolment of targeted potential beneficiaries will be conducted.See detailed flier.Centenary Bank Social Protection Forum Government Citizen Interaction Centre Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi. Hon Betty Amongi Aggrey Kibenge Ministry of Local Government

SAGE payments are ongoing. See flier for details. Support the elderly to enrol into SAGE by registering for a national ID. Help others to renew their details with NIRA.Understand the benefits of a national ID.Use the link to pre-register. nira.go.ug/home