DIWODE

Founded in 1999, DIWODE is a non-governmental organisation based in Kampala, Uganda working on disability, gender equality, children & youth +3 more.

DIWODE is a registered Ugandan non-governmental organisation based in Kampala. It works to advance the social and economic interests of women and girls with disabilities and vulnerable children in marginalised communities across Uganda. Its work includes inclusive medical camps that provide health services to disabled women, girls and children, advocacy to raise awareness of their rights and inclusion, and capacity-building programmes such as skilling initiatives that help women with disabilities gain independence. The organisation collaborates with partners such as Wougnet to share resources and expertise. Its annual medical screening camp in Kampala has served several hundred people with disabilities from slum areas each year.