Protecting the dignity of women and children is a three-year action implemented by Advance Afrika with support from European Union. It focuses on addressing violence against women and children (VAW/C) in Buhweju and Ibanda districts. Under the action, Advance Afrika and its partners will work closely with existing structures to address gender-specific needs and human rights issues in the selected communities.
The overall objective of the action is to promote functional systems and structures, as well as positive mind-sets that empower and protect the rights of women and children in Ibanda and Buhweju districts by:
- Strengthening and constructively engaging community and local government structures to protect the rights of women and children.
- Actively transforming attitudes and mindsets of community members towards the protection of the rights of women and children
- Enabling women and their families to have increased access to socio-economic opportunities.