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Examining women's experiences in the process of accessing and utilizing national identification documents in labour migration: a case of women labour migrants in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-12)The purpose of the study was to examine the experiences of women in the process of accessing and utilizing and utilizing national identification documents in labor migration. The study focused on the women labor migrants ... -
Gender disparities in program outcomes and post-program trajectories in Palabek Refugee Settlement, Lamwo District
(Makerere University, 2024-12)This study explored the influence of gender on economic empowerment programs in Palabek Refugee Settlement, focusing on disparities in participation, benefit receipt, and post-program outcomes. The primary objective was ... -
Contributions of digital learning platforms to gender equality at Makerere University: a case of College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS)
(Makerere University, 2024-12)This study interrogated the contributions of digital learning platforms to gender equality at Makerere University. The objectives were to identify and document the digital learning platforms, investigate female and male ... -
Experiences of refugees in the informal sector in Uganda: a case of Congolese women in Kyaaka II Settlement
(Makerere University, 2023-05)The study explored factors affecting the Congolese refugee women involvement in informal sector in Uganda. Analysis of coping mechanisms among Congolese refugee women in the informal sector has been made. Using mixed method, ... -
Accelerated education program provisions and teen mothers’ access to secondary education in Nakivale and Palorinya Refugee Settlements
(Makerere University, 2024-12)The study evaluated the influence of Accelerated Education Program (AEP) provisions on teen mothers' access to secondary education in Nakivale Refugee Settlement, Isingiro District and Palorinya Refugee Settlement, Obongi ... -
The influence of gender norms on unpaid care work within households in Gweri Sub-County, Soroti District
(Makerere University, 2024-11)This study probed the influence of gender norms on unpaid care work within households in the Teso Sub-Region, the focus was on Gweri Sub-County in Soroti District. The primary variables in examination were 'Gender norms' ... -
Interrogating male involvement in sexual and reproductive health rights campaign in Rukungiri District, Uganda: gaps and prospects for gender equality
(Makerere University, 2024-11)This is a qualitative study to establish the existing male involvement strategies in SRHR in Rukungiri district. The study set out to explore the challenges and prospects of male involvement streatgies in the district. It ... -
Women’s participation in combating wildlife crime in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Women play crucial roles in the protection of wildlife and the management of wildlife crime. This study was undertaken to assess women’s participation in combating wildlife crime, using a case of Queen Elizabeth National ... -
Impact of taxation on women's businesses in Nakawa market, Kampala District - Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This research study aims to investigate the Impact of Taxation on Women’s Businesses in Nakawa Market, Kampala District - Uganda. The study objectives focus on i) ascertaining the taxes (taxes, levies, dues and fees) paid ... -
Cultural symbolism and representation of masculinities in kiga culture of Kanungu district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-06)This study sought to interrogate the Cultural symbolism and representation of masculinities in kiga culture of Kanungu District, Uganda. In order to realize this, the study examined community understanding of a man in Kiga ... -
Access to microcredit by business women groups case study: Letshego Microfinance Uganda Limited, Kireka Branch
(Makerere University, 2024-06)Microfinance is a tool used by many financial institutions that come up with the idea to empower women and bring them out of poverty. Usually, many microfinances operate in communities, which are highly populated, with ... -
Determinants of women’s enrolment in Uganda peoples defense forces: a case of Bombo barracks
(Makerere University, 2024-06)The study investigated the Determinants of women’s enrollment in Uganda people’s defense forces. The specific objectives included: examining the recruitment process women go through to join the army; analyze the barriers ... -
PDM strategy fund access guidelines and household power relations in Kampala city
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Purpose of the study: The general purpose of the study is to examine the effect of PDM Access to funds strategy guidelines on household power relations in Kampala City. Specific objectives: Through the hereunder specific ... -
Gender and public health space: a case of career progression of female doctors in Uganda Public Medical Services
(Makerere University, 2023-12)The health sector is one of the most crucial sectors in the world where female doctors could play a significant role. Women play a vital role in Uganda’s socioeconomic development generally, and the health sector in ... -
Gender dynamics on women’s participation in sports leadership: a case of sports organisations in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-04)The study set out to interrogate the influence of gender dynamics on women’s participation in sports leadership in Uganda. A single case study research design was adopted to address the following study objectives: 1. ... -
Women in traditional governance institutions in Kenya: historicising the Agikuyu 'Ndundu Cia Aaka,' 1925-2010
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Across the African continent, traditional institutions of governance have demonstrated resilience in every aspect of African life. These institutions are re-emerging in modern democratic governance structures to solve ... -
Youth Livelihood Program (YLP) and its impact on the economic empowerment of young women. a case of Nakawa division
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Empowering women economically promotes gender equality, eradicates poverty, and promotes more inclusive economic growth and development. Women's participation in the development of Uganda is paramount, and efforts have ... -
Gender differences in response and resilience to drought among pastoral communities in Nakaseke District, Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Gender differences affect communities' response, adaptability and resilience to extreme events such as drought in arid and semi-arid areas. This study was undertaken to assess the gender differences in response and ... -
Partner notification about HIV positive status and gender relations: experiences of HIV positive sexual partners in Kampala Central Division
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Partner Notification (PN) remains one of the effective tools to reach partners who are undiagnosed and unaware of their HIV status. This study examined the gendered PN experiences of HIV positive women and men in Kampala ... -
Dual vulnerability: Batwa girls’ access to primary education in Rubanda district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-09)The study investigated the issue of dual Vulnerability of Batwa Girls’ access to primary education in Rubanda District. The argues that Batwa, a marginalized indigenous community, face multifaceted challenges that hinder ...
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