THE FORUM ON THE PARTICIPATION OF NGOs IN THE 71st SESSION OF THE AFRICAN COMMISSION ON HUMAN AND PEOPLE’S RIGHTS
Sub regional update on democracy, rule of law and human rights in East and Horn of Africa As the continent grapples with a post covid 19 period, democracy, rule of law and realisation of human rights continue to be tested in the East and Horn of Africa. The region continues […]
ON THE STATE OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN PRISONS SERVICE – MEETING WITH REGIONAL PRISONS COMMANDER KIGEZI WOULD DO
This morning, I paid a visit to the Regional Prisons Commander – Kigezi Region SSP Festo Sambya and among the issues discussed are ways and means of collaboration to promote Human Rights in the Prisons Service. One of the ways is through building the capacity of Officers through Human Rights […]
HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES AND MURDERS CAN BE STOPPED IN KIGEZI SUB-REGION THROUGH SENSITISATION & HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION
LOSCO today paid a courtesy visit to the Kigezi Regional Police Commander; SSP Ibrahim Saiga for a discussion on the rising cases of murders related to gender based violence. During the visit, the Commander agreed and clearly explained that property inheritance and Land related disputes are some of the leading […]
HUMAN RIGHTS CULTURE IN CIVIL SOCIETY
Abstract Civil society plays an important role in the development and support of public policies, raises awareness of fundamental rights, monitors violations of human rights, and provides services to vulnerable communities. It also plays a role in monitoring government and public sector through checks and balances on service delivery thus […]
WHAT SHOULD BE REVISED IN THE DECISION TO ALLOW PREGNANT AND LACTATING CHILD MOTHERS IN SCHOOL
Education is a Constitutional Right as seen in Article 30 of the 1995 Ugandan Constitution and SDG 4: Ensure inclusive and quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. This is important regardless of the state a willing person is in. Other than the Academic pursuits, there are other […]
STATEMENT ON IMPROVING ACCESSIBILITY AND ACCEPTABILITY OF COVID-19 VACCINES AND SRHR INFORMATION & SERVICES DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
For Immediate Release STATEMENT ON IMPROVING ACCESSIBILITY AND ACCEPTABILITY OF COVID-19 VACCINES AND SRHR INFORMATION & SERVICES DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. (Kabale 3rd December 2021) Kigezi is among the regions that have been badly hit and affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic with effects resulting to health and human rights violations […]
PROMOTING ACCESSIBILITY AND ACCEPTABILITY OF COVID-19 VACCINES
NARRATIVE REPORT FOR A CAMPAIGN ON SOCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNANCE IN HEALTH DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC: Improving accessibility and acceptability of COVID-19 Vaccines and SRHR […]
ENDING GBV AND PROMOTING EQUITABLE LAND GOVERNANCE IS THE RIGHT WAY TO GO
REPORT ON GENDER BASED VIOLENCE AND LAND RIGHTS DURING COVID 19 PANDEMIC INTRODUCTION Local Sustainable Communities Organisation (LOSCO) is a not-for- profit Non- Government Organisation that was initiated by a group of Church Leaders, Social Workers, and Local Community Development Workers to bring about practical inclusive development through promoting inclusive […]
LOSCO LEADS IPs & PRIVATE SECTOR DISCUSSION DURING THE KDLG BUDGET CONFERENCE
BUDGET CONFERENCE AT KABALE RUKIIKO HALL 9TH NOVEMBER 2021 The meeting started with the National Anthem and East African Anthem. The CAO made the first presentation which was a Key Note Address highlights were as to the alignment of the NDP III which included among other elements where he said […]
The Batwa too have Human Rights to promote
THE LIFE OF BATWA MATTERS TOO – LOSCO PARTNERS WITH MISSIONARIES OF HOPE TO IMPROVE BATWA LIFE Local Sustainable Communities organisation (LOSCO) was established as Community Based Organisation to create a place with activities and support services that would cater to the specific needs of a wider community. A Member […]