UN Human Rights Uganda

Our three-day encounter w/#Batwa community, local leaders, incl. district officials, is aimed at touching base w/#Batwa in #Kisoro, to understand the daily reality & challenges they face, and build their capacities on #HumanRights, particularly on land ownership & accessibility.

While in #Kisoro, together with @UHRC_UGANDA, we listened to the #Batwa community – a marginalized group –raised awareness on human rights, and encouraged them to report grievances, including on land rights, to relevant authorities.

Article 221 of the constitution requires all security agencies to respect human rights & freedoms while performing their functions. The protection & promotion of human rights & fundamental freedoms are integral preconditions for regional stability & security. #Standup4HumanRights

The training will contribute to strengthen the capacity of @updf_ to meet human rights obligations while discharging their duties in compliance with relevant human rights standards & instruments like the UPDF Code of Conduct &Human Rights Enforcement Act 2019 #Standup4HumanRights

The four-day High-Level Human Rights Training for @updf_ Senior Officers has commenced at the Uganda Rapid Deployment Capability Centre in Jinja in partnership with @UHRC_UGANDA aimed to refresh their knowledge on relevant human rights applicable to security. #Standup4HumanRights

"The constitutional mandate of the Internal Security Organization is critical for national security, peace, law, peace & order. We hope officers will respect, uphold & promote the constitutional rights & freedoms of everyone during their operations" @ckaheru #Standup4HumanRights

"I salute the Internal Security Organization for acknowledging that their personnel require human rights training to enhance their operations’ compliance with human rights standards. I appreciate @UNHumanRightsUG for supporting this vital cause" ~ @ckaheru #Standup4HumanRights

Article 20 (2) of the Uganda’s 1995 Constitution imposes a duty on the Internal Security Organization to uphold universal respect for the inherent dignity and equal rights of everyone. #Standup4HumanRights

The Internal Security Organization's senior officers are being equipped with theoretical & practical tools to enhance performance of their duties within the human rights framework.The training will enlighten them on the Prevention & Prohibition of Torture Act #Standup4HumanRights

We pledge to continue supporting the Government's national initiatives, including capacity-building activities and efforts to protect the rights of everyone including human rights defenders, journalists, and media practitioners. #FreedomofExpression #Standup4HumanRights

On January 10, 2023, the Constitutional Court unanimously nullified Section 25 of the Computer Misuse Act, 2022.This is a victory for free speech, digital freedoms and media rights which we hope, will translate into concrete acts. #FreedomofExpression #Standup4HumanRights

We recognize the crucial role the media plays in informing the public & reporting human rights issues thus promoting transparency & accountability. Media practitioners are expected to become change agents & ambassadors for human rights. #Standup4HumanRights #FreedomofExpression

We are conducting a 4-day training for journalists on Human Rights-Based Reporting to instil adherence to human rights standards & principles in their their work. They will also be equipped with the skills & tools to improve their physical & online security. #Standup4HumanRights

The Constitutional Court has declared section 25 of the Computer Misuse Act No. 2/2011 null and void, and as being inconsistent, and/or contravenes art. 29(1) of the Constittution of #Uganda. It is a triumph for #freedomofexpression #Standup4HumanRights

#freedomofexpression|In Constitutional Petition No. 5/2016 by @karamagi_andrew & Robert Shaka, a quorum led by Justice Kakuru agreed that section 25 of the Computer Misuse Act No. 2/2011 is inconsistent, and/or contravenes art. 29(1) of the Constittution of #Uganda.

"#HRDs are important partners to Governments, to all human rights actors, including the @UNinUganda in addressing #HumanRights concerns in the country," says @BrymaMomoh at the commemoration of the International Human Rights Defenders Day in Mbarara City. #StandUp4HumanRights