LOSCO QUARTERLY HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATION ANALYSIS AND KEY EMERGING ISSUES IN KIGEZI
April 1, 2025 Dear Human Rights Defenders, Actors and Partners in the Promotion and Protection of Human rights; A Happy New Year! Local Sustainable Communities Organisation (LOSCO) wishes to welcome you to the New year and the quarterly review of human rights quarterly situation and analysis hoping that all went […]
MAKING CONTRIBUTION TO THE NGO POLICY REVIEW IN THE KIGEZI SUB REGION
NGOs are now directly under the MIA after the Rationalization and NGO Bureau is a department under MIA. The Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) on Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) was conducted in the period between July to December 2023 leading to Review of Several NGO and Company Policies. NGO Act Cap 109 […]
HUMAN RIGHTS BASED APPROACH TRAINING AS A MEANS OF PROMOTING AND PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF VULNERABLE AND MINORITY GROUPS
The ICGLR-RTF in collaboration with Uganda Police Force with support from British High Commission of Uganda (BHC) under the Project Uganda Open Societies Programme II: Accountability, Human Rights, Social Cohesion and Portfolio Strategic Fund to strengthen the capacity of Uganda Police Force and other actors in the Justice System on […]
THE STRENGTHENING CITIZEN ENGAGEMENT AND PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY (SCEPA) A PATHWAY TO GOOD GOVERNANCE AND IMPROVED SERVICE DELIVERY.
The Strengthening Citizen Engagement and Public Accountability (SCEPA) Project is a collaborative initiative between the Uganda National NGO Forum and the Royal Danish Embassy. The four-year endeavor seeks to cultivate an informed and active citizenry capable of effectively holding public officials accountable. By fostering robust communication channels between civil society […]
ADDRESS THE BARRIERS TO SRHR AND CURB TEENAGE PREGNANCIES AND MATERNAL MORTALITY IN UGANDA
LOSCO is a Human Rights Organization Operational in the Kigezi Sub region with a goal to Advocate for Human Rights and empower the distressed, needy, neglected and vulnerable population in Uganda Socially and economically by providing them with necessary assistance for purposes of self-sustainability and development through research and evidence […]
ITS POSSIBLE TO WIN THE WAR AGAINST WOMEN’S PROPERTY AND LAND RIGHTS IN KIGEZI AND UGANDA
LOSCO a Human Rights Advocacy Organisation coordinating the Kigezi sub region has since 2019 been involved in Policy Advocacy and Social accountability and governance to deconstruct certain social norms, values in the gender aspect, and has played a big role in community empowerment and capacity building on Women Rights, laws […]
WHAT SOCIAL JUSTICE IS ALL ABOUT!!
Social justice refers to the fair and equitable distribution of resources, opportunities, and rights within society, with the goal of addressing and rectifying systemic inequalities and injustices. Here are some key aspects of social justice:1. Equality and Equity: Social justice aims to ensure that everyone has equal access to resources, […]
Maximizing Your Contributions and Your Influence in Local Advocacy Efforts
Embarking on a journey to support local causes not only enriches personal growth but also enhances the well-being of the community. Whether driven by a commitment to environmental conservation, social justice, human rights, or social welfare, engaging with local initiatives presents a unique opportunity to effect tangible change. From LOSCO, […]
SEXUAL REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH & RIGHTS (SRHR) ACCESS AND SERVICES BEST WAY TO INCREASE MATERNAL HEALTH IN KIGEZI SUB REGION
1.0. Introduction about the Partnership Local Sustainable Communities Organisation (LOSCO) is a not-for- profit Non- Governmental Organisation that was initiated by a group of Human Rights Defenders, Social Workers, Women Leaders, and Local Community Development Workers to bring about practical inclusive development through promoting inclusive policies and practices. LOSCO in […]