Better health care, education and support in emergency situations
Although women comprise 84% of the agricultural workforce, only 31% own their land and often lack official documents. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the challenging situation: many women have lost their jobs and, due to curfews, often experience violent situations without being able to seek help. Welthungerhilfe (WHH) stands up for the rights of women and girls, offer advice, and help men and women cooperate more and respect each other.
As part of the Grow Together project, much has already been done to improve living conditions for women and girls in Uganda: Contact points for emergencies are being expanded, and staff in communities, health facilities, and schools are sensitized and respond immediately when victims of sexual or domestic violence need counseling and medical help. At the same time, girls and women can now find contact persons for questions relating to sexual and reproductive health and hygiene.
