Advancing health equity, rights protection and leadership of girls and young women with disabilities in Uganda.
WODHI
Women with Disabilities Health Initiative
WHO WE ARE
Women with Disabilities Health Initiative (WODHI) is a youth led grassroots non government organization working with and for girls and young women with disabilities in Iganga district, Uganda. WODHI was founded in January 2026 by a group of girls and young women with disabilities as well as their parents and caregivers, united by a shared vision of social justice, human rights and gender equality. As part of feminist, youth rights and disability rights movements in Uganda, WODHI works closely with communities to co-create inclusive solutions and spaces where rights of girls and young women with disabilities are a palpable reality.
OUR MISSION
To advance health equity, rights protection and leadership for girls and young women with disabilities through empowerment, advocacy, and community engagement throughout their lives.
OUR VISION
An inclusive society where girls and young women with disabilities have equal access to quality healthcare and opportunities to thrive.
OUR GOAL
To ensure that societal norms, practices, and laws protect and promote the health, rights, well-being and leadership of girls and young women with disabilities.
OUR TEAM
DR. HUSINA NANYANZI ATUKWATSE
CHAIRPERSON
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
NAOME MUTESI
SECRETARY
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
DR. RACHEAL KALINAKI
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Community
Too often, girls and young women with disabilities face barriers to participation, connection, and belonging within their own communities. WODHI works to create safe and inclusive spaces where girls and young women with disabilities can engage, lead and be heard.
Education
Education for girls and young women with disabilities is a core pillar of WODHI’s mission. Without access to inclusive, equitable, and quality education, they remain silenced, excluded from society and unable to advocate for their rights. At WODHI, we believe every girl and young woman with a disability deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Education is not a privilege, it’s a fundamental human right.
Contact
Reach out to WODHI anytime
Phone
+256 708 144494
+256 787 947936
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