Let's Introduce Wakiso District Human Rights Committee

The establishment of District Human Rights Committees was based on a recommendation from the Uganda Human Rights Commission and the corresponding Statutory Notice from the Ministry of Local Government. Wakiso District Human Rights Committee became operational in December 2019 and one of its core values is to promote and protect human rights in the district. To achieve its mission, the Committee has handled many cases relating to human rights abuses and violations, undertaken human rights sensitization campaigns, and conducted training for human rights defenders and advocacy.

Our Mission


Advancing the rights of rural communities in Wakiso District.

    Core Values


  • Intergrity
  • Service.
  • Respect
  • Transparency.

Our Vision


A district withn which the Human rights of persons are adequetly respected and upheld.

The formation of the Human Rights Committees at the Districts was a recommendation from the Uganda Human Rights Commission. The Ministry of Local Government issued a statutory notice for purpose of effecting the same.
WDHRC comprises of the Chairperson, Committee members namely Wakiso Chief Magistrate (Judiciary representative), Wakiso DPC Prisons (Uganda Prisons), DPC Wakiso (Uganda Police Force), Civil Society Organizations representatives (UGANET, Redeem International, FIAN-UG, CEHURD, FIDA, FHRI), Media (CBS Radio) District Technical Team (DCDO), District Council and Executive (PWDs District Councilor). The District Community Development Officers are also committee members are they act as the Human Rights Focal Persons at the different lower level Divisions and Sub-Counties.

Legal Framework on Human Rights Protection

At the international level, the legal framework on human rights protection mechanism entails the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Social, Economic and Cultural Rights, the ICCPR, the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, UN Convention on the rights of the Child and UN Convention Against Torture and other Cruel, Inhuman and Degrading Treatment or Punishment.
While at the regional level, there is the African Charter on Human and People’s Rights, Maputo Protocol and the African Charter on the rights and welfare of the Child and Uganda is party to all.
Appointment

OurOBJECTIVES

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To create human rights awareness among Wakiso district people

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To research on human rights violations in Wakiso District

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To advocate for human rights awareness at all levels

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To ensure prudent and transparent management of the Committee’s assets, funds, and grants, in support of the delivery of the Committee’s mandate

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To ensure the coordinated, coherent, high-quality, innovative management approach to human rights violations that meet the needs of the victims

Our COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTS

Wakiso District Budget Conference.

On 15th November 2023, the Committee was invited to attend the Wakiso District Budget Conference. This is the apex planning forum for the district attended by all leaders in the district Our chairperson, Mr. Kasirye Elly represented the Committee.

He presented on Human Rights Situation of Wakiso District and the need for Human Rights-Based approach in planning and Budgeting at the Wakiso District Budget Conference.

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GBV and Gender Inequality

Gender Based Violence

Young girls and women are not only mentored into caregiving and domestic chores but to also be economically dependent on men which creates insecurity for the stay-at-home mothers. That notwithstanding, the role of women in preserving these patriarchal systems cannot be downplayed since they nurture young ones into what we see in the communities today. Mothers raise males as adventurers and leaders, while females as helpers and followers. It is paramount to note that the demands of caregiving often prevent women and young girls from pursuing their projects and life goals.

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Press Freedom Index Report Launch

2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024.

WDHRC was invited to participate in the launch of the Press Freedom Index Report 2022 on 25th May 2023 at Skyz Hotel, a report that was geared towards highlighting the unhealthy relationship between the media and security forces. The Committee was represented by the Chairperson Mr. Elly Kasirye.

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OurTeam Members

Elly Kasirye

Chairperson, WDHRC

Matia Lwanga Bwanika

Patron, WDHRC

SATURDAY Chrispo

Human Rights Researcher

AKORA Richard

Legal officer

Our Partners

OurTestimonials

Jane an illiterate widow aged 52 years was officially married to her late husband with whom they bore 3 children. Unfortunately, the husband and children passed away. Her in-laws who included a brother and sister applied to court for letters of administration for her late husband’s home which included their matrimonial home.

Jane (not real name)Retains her matrimonial home.

James a single father aged 38 years old was charged with murder of his roommate. Upon returning home one night, he found his roommate ill and took him to hospital. The medical examination revealed that he had bruises and passed away due to injuries. James was arrested and charged with murder. Our legal officer Akora Richard took up the matter with the investigating officer. Their findings revealed that the deceased engaged in a gambling game, which resulted into a fight and was badly beaten by one John (not real name). John was arrested and upon interrogation he confessed to fighting with the deceased and James was released.

James (not real name)Acquitted on murder charges

80-year-old Eve (not real names) narrowly escaped death when two of her neighbors; Joan (not real names) and Christine (not real names), broke into Eve's home in Lukwanga- Wakiso District accusing her of witchcraft. Ironically, this attack happened on 8th March 2018, a day the world celebrates women! Having incited the community against the poor widow, they descended upon her, brutally assaulted her, leaving her for dead. Eve sought justice tirelessly, navigating through various levels of the justice system.

Eve's Triumph A Story of Resilience and Justice.