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Governance Officer (Jnr Professional) @ADCinUganda 🇺🇬🇦🇹 | Law ⚖ | Social Justice | Leadership | Policy | Loves Coffee ☕ & Chess ♟| Opinions are mine.

Kampala & West Nile, Uganda

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

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I’m happy to share that I was selected as an EU Youth Sounding Board Member of Uganda. By @EUinUG in partnership with @FarajaAfricaFdn It is an honour to be chosen to serve on such an important advisory board. I will advise on thematic areas of Gender Equality and Human Rights.

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3 years

Northern Uganda 🖤

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2 years

Today, I graduate from @UCUniversity with a Bachelor of Laws, LLB (Hons) Degree- Upper Division 🍾 🥂 I am so grateful to God 🌻 #UCUGrad22 #UCUat25

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Today, I graduate from @LDC_Uganda with a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (Dip. LP)(Merit). God is Great! #51stLDCGraduation

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I passed the Bar Course 🎊 Exceedingly happy! ❤️

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

4 months

I am excited about starting my new job at the Austrian Embassy, Development Cooperation. I look forward to learning and contributing to the Governance Portfolio. Thank you for the Opportunity to be part of the Team’s success. @ADCinUganda @AustrianDev

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⚖️ Delighted to introduce @PeshPoni as the new Governance Trainee at @ADCinUganda . She is an ambitious young lawyer and youth leader and will support our governance portfolio to foster access to justice, rule of law and good governance. Welcome Patience! @AustrianDev @AustriainET

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8 months

In today’s @newvisionwire . I was honored to have an exclusive interview in which I share my plight for access to justice for vulnerable women, youth advocacy, and leadership. My mentors have been very instrumental in shaping my career path. Do get a copy of today’s papers.

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I am excited to share that I’ve recently completed my undergraduate thesis (LLB.) 81 pages, and updated statistics on the findings. Title: Affordability and Accessibility of Civil Justice for Vulnerable Women: A Case Study of Arua District, Uganda. @SarahBireete @asiimireritah

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I am happy to have been elected the Committee Head on the Thematic Area of Gender Equality on the EU Youth Sounding Board Uganda. The @EU_YSBUg ensures that the voices of young people are heard and taken into account, including when shaping and implementing EU programmes.

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Today I had the honor of being featured among greatness in the @newvisionwire on “Her Vision”. I am humbled by the support from Mentors, friends and family. All glory and honor goes to God 🙏 @amwaafrika1 @FOWODE_UGANDA @FemnetProg @fesuganda Care to buy a copy, thank you 🙏

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I was humbled and honored to be Awarded Outstanding Student of the Year by the UCU Law Society, Kampala Campus at the Annual Law Dinner at Serena Hotel Special Appreciation to my Classmates-Class of 2022 🥂✨✨ Philippians 1:6 ✨

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In today’s @newvisionwire , I write about what Youth should look out for in the ongoing #NAMSummitUg2024 The Summit should be used as a beacon for Youth to address existing, new and emerging issues hindering the success of youth inclusive policies in the Member States.

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Monday ✨✨

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Honored to be among the extraordinary women in Uganda whose story is being showcased alongside Trail Blazers by @BecauseofHerUg at the Ug Museum. Mine is a tale of leadership, advocacy for justice, and women’s rights through @femmetalk_WN in Koboko & West Nile at large. #BOH2024

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10 months

An opinion article I wrote was published in @DailyMonitor today. I wrote about the need to foster gender equality and correlate adequate SRHR services with the fast Climate Change adversities. Please do grab a copy and share your thoughts! 🧚‍♂️

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I am so grateful for the gift of friendship. I am so proud of each and everyone of you ❤️. Good friends are like stars. You don’t always see them, but you know they’re always there. Thank you for celebrating with me. Here’s to love ❤️ 🥂

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In today’s @DailyMonitor , I write about Uganda’s journey towards Transitional Justice. Despite the achievements of TJ, its narrative emerges as a compelling tale of aspirations. With reassurance from @ADCinUganda , partners and @GovUganda , our nation’s aspirations are viable.

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2 years

Lawyering 🌼🌻⚖️🥂

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Thank you so Much @FIDA_Uganda for believing in me, giving me the space to learn, and to grow professionally. I look forward to being an active life time Member. Aluta Continua ❤️ #WomenInLaw

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It was a pleasure to give a keynote speech at the #ImaraGirlsFestival23 . As an Alumna of the @FOWODE_UGANDA transformational leadership camp, and a young leader shaped by the value of spaces in the Women’s movement in Uganda, the Imara Women’s Centre will be a home for all!

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Happy to explore the academia. Taking on the opportunity as a Guest Lecturer at the LLB 3 Jurisprudence class. Looking forward to a terrific and refreshingly candid lecture. One full of mutual learning, and highly enjoyable for my “students” and I 😅😅🌼🌼

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I was absolutely elated to give the Keynote Speech at the Symposium on inspiring young women to take up leadership, but most specifically to Build Careers and take leadership in Peace & Security. Convened by @WIIS_HoA , @USIP , and Sisters Without Boundaries. #WomenInLeadership

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According to @WHO , Uganda has the world's highest malaria incidence rate of 478 cases per 1,000 population per year. Delighted to have walked in solidarity against Malaria today. Together, we can spread awareness against malaria and fight it in 🇺🇬. #WalkAgainstMalaria

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Privileged to attend a Capacity Building Training Workshop on Conflict Prevention, Management and Resolution (CPMR) for Youth Leaders from IGAD Member States organized by IGAD Peace and Security Division in Adama, Ethiopia 🇪🇹 #IGADPeaceandsecurity #IGADPeaceYouth #CPMR

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

10 months

I was invited to speak about the New Realities of Social Justice at the American Centre Kampala yesterday. A great audience it was! We had a very interactive session on the need to revisit certain policies and legislations. Indeed, Leadership and Learning are Indispensable.

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In today’s digital age, your online presence is your brand’s first impression. Tune in via @vijanacorps YouTube: and listen to my opinion about personal branding. Creating a brand is all about authenticity, consistency, and diversifying your content.

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Zambia was on fire today I love to see it in Uganda sooo soooon 💃💃💃💃 #WomensMarchZambia @DonCorleANN

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2 years

Today I had the honor to have a conversation with @SwedEnvoyUganda (Ambassador of Sweden to Uganda) about Gender and Socio-Economic Change, Youth Inclusion and Leadership at the Embassy. It was a pleasure sipping from her cup of wisdom and expertise. 📝 👗by @afri_mk

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Over the past three months, @BakashMediaUG has been running twitter spaces weekly. Today, we host the last episode of the #CareerEssentialSeries for the year. With the inspirational Trail Blazers @KigoziMaggie and @Odrek_Rwabwogo Join us at 8:00pm via

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

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Happy #EuropeDay2024 . Today, we celebrate the vital collaboration between the EU and Uganda, particularly in empowering youth, shaping policies, and advancing gender equality. This day serves as a reminder of the unity, diversity, and shared values that define #TeamEurope .

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Always been anxious about speaking things personal to me! Today, I wrote a letter of love and gratitude to my dad in @newvisionwire ❤️ Happy Father’s Day to all Great Male figures out there doing the very best to make everyone and the world around them better! Kudos!

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I had the privilege of being invited to the Deputy Chief of Mission, William (Bill) Bent's house yesterday evening for an intimate Alumni Reception with two visiting senior staff from the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Great learning and networking.

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Last week, I had the honor of representing @ADCinUganda at a @U4_ACRC & @cmi_no brunch hosted by @NorwayUganda to discuss challenges of mainstreaming and measuring progress of anti-corruption approaches in the justice sector work in Uganda.

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The EU, Youth Sounding Board Uganda was launched today. The Youth Sounding Board is a space for young people to have an influence on EU external action and international partnerships. I am happy to Lead the Thematic area of Gender Equality on the Board. #EU_YSBUg #EUinUg

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It’s always so sad to read texts from female young Lawyers speaking out in my inbox about the rate of sexual harassment by some Senior Counsel. The sexual entitlement is so alarming 🙌 Imagine we had a public registry of such perpetrators! The tables we would shake 🫨 Ahaaaa!

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1 year

My Alma Mater UCU gives its graduates transcripts on the Day of Graduation or a few days after. It’s efficient, and gives due regard to Excellence. The deadline to apply for the 2023 Academic year at UCU is fast approaching. Apply #ApplyNow #Apply2UCU

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Speaking as a panelist on the topic of « Activism, advocacy and lobbying » during Module 1 of the @fesuganda Young Leaders Forum 2024. As a 2020/21 alumna of the forum, it’s always humbling to be invited to share my experiences and knowledge on leadership.

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Last year, I was spotlighted by @unwomenafrica highlighting my relentless advocacy against GBV through @femmetalk_WN . Today, we continue our efforts to ensure that every voice counts and that justice prevails in the fight against GBV. Read the plight:

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2 years

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Today at 3pm, @EstherBirungi4 - Team Leader @BirungiFound will host a space on “Changing the Narrative for Young People’s SRHR” Tune in for this discussion👇🏾 Set a Reminder; #WeLeadOurSRHR

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I am incredibly happy to share that I have been selected for the YALI Regional Leadership Centre-East Africa - Cohort 43! Thank you @YALIRLCEA for giving me the empowering opportunity to gain diverse leadership skills for my community. #MyDayinYALIRLCEA #YALITransformation

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I had the privilege of speaking to amazing ladies at the Uganda Institute of Information Communication Technology about Women in Leadership during their All Female Conference dubbed “UICT Women’s Garage”. #WomenInLeadership #ImaraCentre @uictug @SarahBireete @asiimireritah

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In a world of black and white, be the splash of color 🎨🫶🏾 Most times, I find beauty in art. Here is my creative escape during my free time. #Picasso

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Humbled to be present at the launch of the 50 Million Euro Loan, a collaborative initiative btn @EIB and @CentenaryBank meant to support women micro-entrepreneurs and micro-entreprises in Uganda. #TeamEurope continues to intentionally foster women’s economic empowerment in 🇺🇬.

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Delighted to have been a panelist at the closing ceremony of the @BecauseofHerUg Women’s Exhibition. I appreciate you Hon. @DrAyumeCharles for your continued support in the work I do as a young leader from Koboko. Grateful to my friends for constantly encouraging me.

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Humbled to be a Facilitator in the Teach Mentor Educate (TME) Career & Personal Development Program by @TME_foundation which officially starts today. I am eager to share about Personal Branding in this virtual program and look forward to an engaging discussion.

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Honored to have met with the Commandant of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC), Major General Richard Addo Gyane, & the delegation from @KaiptcGh . We had a fruitful consultative meeting on youth participation in leadership and peacebuilding in 🇺🇬.

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Today’s first ever #FeministBrunch2022 was exciting. Thanks to the @SwedeninUG @FrauenUG x @SwedEnvoyUganda @tastefullysaucy and team for this space of rest ❤️ Indeed Rest is Political ❤️🎊🥂 1/ What’s a Revolution if we can’t dance? 🥂

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Delighted to be speaking to the @G4GUganda Stars Cohort 9 about the Art of Communication. I have had the privilege of speaking about this topic three times to the young leaders. It is encouraging that the cohorts appreciate my sessions on the topic. Three is indeed a Charm 💫

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Achieving Parity in Politics for Youth is about disrupting the status quo, and not negotiating with it. Youth need to align their ideological grounding while taking up leadership positions in order to increase the pulse of their leadership. ~ at the #PoDYouthSymposium

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1 year

Happy Birthday @KaragwaR ❤️❤️❤️ You’re one of a kind and deserve everything that this special day brings! I can’t think of a better gift than your friendship. I love you!

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On Thursday 25th November, I had the honor of graduating from the African Women’s Leadership Institute (AWLI 2021) convened by @amwaafrika1 and @unwomenuganda It was with great privilege that I gave the Valedictorian Speech at the graduation👩🏾‍🎓 #leadership #FOWODELegacy #AWLI21

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UCU is still accepting applications for the 2023 Admissions season. It’s not yet too late. Join our community of ambitious and talented students and take the first step towards a fulfilling career. Apply now at . @UCUniversity #ApplyNow #Apply2UCU

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Today in Pictures. #ImaraCentre groundbreaking ceremony 🥁 It was an honor leading the conversation by Alumni of FOWODE Leadership Camps. I hosted @PeggyMoris and Ambrose. Thanks to @FOWODE_UGANDA Imara Centre will house our energy 🔥 @MarthaKarua @asiimireritah

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Speaking as a panelist on the topic of Leadership and Governance at the Annual National Youth Festival Organized by @OpenSpaceUganda and it’s partners.

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Humbled to be featured among distinguished people around the country on today’s Sunday Vision *”Top 40 under 40”.* @newvisionwire Thank you for the opportunity to share my plight for Gender Equality and Youth Leadership. @UN_Women @ShaaCui @LydiaLabanya @Winnie_Byanyima

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My relative in the village was attacked, raped and then killed yesterday! Very brutal. Clearly Femicide is still in place and in the rural areas it’s even worse because they do not have power to influence for justice, nor do they understand the dynamics. #Femicide @DonCorleANN

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I would not be on this transformational leadership track today, if it were not for the women and men who kept dreams alive.. Without them, I would not have had the opportunities I now posses – to speak up, speak out. I am more than excited for #ImaraAt1 and the Centre.

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I will be a Speaker at the National Youth Symposium this week. The symposium will provide an opportunity to build a foundation for cross cutting issues like Women in Leadership, Gender transformative policies and the need to mainstream parity in political decision-making. 1/

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Today I Volunteered in Arivu Parish, at Jiako Primary School in Arua City. As a MEMPROW Girl and Alumna, I was honored to be invited to speak to Teenage Mothers, their parents and members of the Community of Arivu Parish about legal perspectives on sexual injustice.

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We had an amazing meeting this afternoon as Members of the @EU_YSBUg having been invited by @ADCinUganda , the Chair of the Justice Sector DPs group in Ug. We discussed Austria’s work, youth involvement and specifically the priorities of the Justice Sector for 2024. @AustrianDev

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I am happy to announce that I will be rendering my distinguished service as Head of Content and Social Media at @ElleWomen During their all Female Debaters Tournament creating a platform for discourse and mentorship, inspiration, and learning on gender-based issues #ElleParle2022

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GBV is often a consequence of gender inequality. Systems that perpetuate unequal power relations btn genders contribute to the prevalence of violence, as they sustain structures where one gender holds dominance and control over the other. #YouthAgainstGBV #16DaysAgainstGBV

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She is ambitious. Determined. Focused. And unshakable. She is outspoken. A leader. A voice for so many. And unafraid to stand up for what she believes in. She is strong. Resilient. Powerful. And full of faith anf fire. She is a Queen. SHE IS YOU🌹 #BackingTheBrave #ThisIsBrave22

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Founded less than a year ago creating a safe space for victims of societal marginalization in Koboko District. @femmetalk_WN has supported over 900 young people in the district against victimization. #SpacesWithFrauen ✨✨ Shout out 👌

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Opportunity alert🚨 I am an alumni of the @fesuganda Young Leaders Forum. Young people, do not hesitate to apply and gain a great network of friends, learn more about civic engagement, transformational leadership, governance, and also actively grow professionally, etc.

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Violence against women is pervasive across the world. Until gender-based violence and other challenges that women face is taken as an emergency, it will take longer to end it. Read my story of passion to speak up for Women’s rights and embody Transformational leadership.

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Let's support activists everywhere to continue to #PushForward against the push back on women's rights! Strong, autonomous feminist movements are CRITICAL for policy change and ending violence against women & girls. Meet Patience from #Uganda :

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4 years

Those in love, tighten your seatbelts because @IamApass is going to blow your minds 🔥 Yesterday's insta live was 🧘🧘🍾🍾

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3 years

The GenZ Social Media Week is here and everybody is feeling the vibe. Are you feeling it? UCU Kampala Campus joined 🔥 @mtnug @centurybottling

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2 years

I successfully participated and completed the Young Leader’s Forum IX Programme from July 2020 to November 2021 by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Uganda @fesuganda We had 8 modules of comprehensive leadership knowledge. #leadership #humanrights #gratitude #leader #law #FOWODELegacy

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1 month

. @EU_YSBUg members and @johnjessy101 at the #MalariaWalk2024 . The EU Youth Sounding Board strongly commends the @MinofHealthUG and @MalariaYouthUG efforts towards ending malaria in 🇺🇬. Shout out to our colleague @Ismail_Munyamu Team Lead @MalariaYouthUG 👏 #YouthsAgainstMalaria

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11 months

This Sunday we are running for a good cause. The LDC Run is aimed at supporting our mates who need tuition to finish the Bar Course at @LDC_Uganda Do join us. Purchase a kit or donate cash to the cause. Contact for more details: 0759607997 / 0777974505. #RunToTheBar #LDCRun2023

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2 years

Today I handed over Office of Guild Speaker and MP Law Faculty of @UcuKampala Guild Government 2020-2021. I was honored to be awarded *The Award of Guild Excellence*. The Archbishop @ChurchofUganda_ witnessed the event and a few distinguished guests. Philippians 1:6 ✨🙏

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1 year

Happy to announce that I will be home @UCUniversity speaking about a topic so pertinent. Sexual Harassment manifests in actions that are often brushed off because both men and women have been socialized to accept and expect some behaviors. #Tonkwatako #EndSHEA

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2 months

Only a few days to the close of the @BecauseofHerUg exhibition at the Ug Museum. My mentor, mummy and friend Hon. Matembe passed by to read about the extraordinary tales being showcased, and specifically about the transformational impact she’s had on my leadership and advocacy.

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2 years

I’m going to @FIDA_Uganda ’s upcoming Space. Will you join too? #InternationalYouthDay2022

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2 years

Book Readers 📚 What was your target for reading this year? I achieved mine 😁 I successfully read 12 books in 12 months this 2021 🎊🥂 In no order 👇🏾 1. We Need New Names by NoViolet Bulawayo 2. Thomas Sankara Speaks by Thomas Sankara #readers #books #leaders 1/

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2 years

First time wearing a Gomesi 🍒🍒🌻🌻 Felt Excited 😇 #diversecultures @EdnaKanyesigye 📸

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8 months

Leadership and the Value of Spaces. ⬇️ @reachahand @MEMPROW1 @FOWODE_UGANDA and today @FIDA_Uganda Among others, have greatly impacted my journey this far! I am confident that the #ImaraWomensCentre will be a platform for many young girls to tap into their own potential.

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2 years

I am being hosted on UBC Radio Uganda this evening 🇺🇬 Discussing the Progress of Women’s Rights in Uganda. Tune in on their *Gender Forum Program* now. Started at 9:15pm and is ending at 10pm. Frequency: 98.0 FM 📻 @UBCRadioUg @SarahBireete @asiimireritah @Diana_Nabimanya

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6 months

Day 2 of the Training Workshop on Conflict Prevention, Management and Resolution for Youth Leaders of the #IGAD Region, in Adama- Ethiopia. Early warning and context analyses require objectivity in conflict analysis. #IGAD #IGADPeaceandsecurity #IGADPeaceYouth . #CPMR

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4 months

Our collective voice resounds against femicide, echoing the urgency for change. Standing in solidarity with Kenyan feminists, we demand a world where the lives of women are safeguarded and celebrated, free from the menace of femicide and violence. #TotalShutDownKE @wokaen

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3 years

Congratulations big sis @deuce_mercy in the LLM 🎊🎉✨🔥 Senior Counsel ✨✨ #UCUGrad21

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6 months

A visit to the Royal Danish Embassy 📍 @EU_YSBUg x @DKinUganda Discussions revolved around shared perspectives on youth-related initiatives, fostering a collaborative approach to address common challenges, and exploring opportunities for mutual support in empowering the youth.

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11 months

A few highlights at the #LDCKampalaRun • I need to get more physically fit 😂 • So proud of Fancy for being the First Female Runner 🥇 • Always amazing to engage in great causes like this. • @BwoweIvan , @bihoogo and Chief Runner @PheonaWall graced the event. To more 🥂

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2 years

I received my customized earring holder from @afraw_dope1 🖤🖤 I love it! Place your orders soon enough because yassss they have beautiful accessories too ✌️🥂

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

3 years

The Lord has continued to be good to us. Today I was appointed Speaker of the guild Parliament. We had our first sitting, and the Parliament of MPs elected me as Speaker of the Guild 2020-2021. I am grateful to serve UCU Kampala Campus as MP of law constituency and Speaker.

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2 years

Today marks 10 years since the inception of the International Day of the Girl. This year, under the theme: Our time is now-our rights, our future. I commit to continuously advocate for girls’ meaningful inclusion in leadership, public life and for social justice. #IDGC2022

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6 months

Excited to Speak at the Symposium convened by @WIIS_Global , @USIP and Sisters Without Boundaries. Recreating the invaluable words of famous #RBG - “Women Belong in all places where decisions are made”! Let’s Push for many Young Women to Build Careers in Peace and Security.

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2 months

I am happy to share that I am running my first #GoFundMe fundraiser as a team leader of @femmetalk_WN a volunteer based organization located in Koboko District, West Nile region in 🇺🇬. Read more here 🔗 Help this campaign reach its target! 🎯 1/

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2 years

See how my youthful mentor @TriciaGNabaye looks at me 😍😍❤️❤️ With so Much love and pride in who she has mounded me to be..❤️❤️ Thank you Elder one ❤️ #ImaraCentre

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

1 year

I was delighted to attend the Nordic National Day. The embassies of @SwedeninUG , @DKinUganda , @NorwayMFA , #Iceland in #Kampala came together for the annual celebration of the Nordic National Day 2023. Today, they celebrated with their Ugandan and International friends!

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3 years

You might have heard a lot about Dr. Lina Zedriga -Former Judicial Officer,Academic in Makerere Law School for both Masters and Phd, Lecturer at Harvard University Law School and an expert in Peace Building recognized by the UN 🔥 Great mentorship I got from her 🥂 @FOWODE_UGANDA

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2 years

It was such a great honor to be one of the young leaders who graduated from @YALIRLCEA yesterday. Congratulations to all Cohort 43 Alumni 🥂 All thanks to @YALINetwork , @YALIRLCAlumniUg @USEmbassyKenya and @KenyattaUni for this great opportunity. #MyYALIExperience #YALIRLCEA

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

2 years

. @MEMPROW1 is a feminist organisation that brings together girls and young women from across Africa to provide the skills and knowledge that they need to become successful, confident and self-reliant individuals. My formal leadership discovery dates back to 2014 with @MEMPROW1

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7 months

I shared a light moment with the Ambassador of German to Uganda - Ambassador, Matthias Schauer while at the #CSOConvention2023 yesterday. A vibrant civil society harnesses its people's strengths and enables them to guide their community’s dev’t. Youth need to aim for vibrancy.

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

3 years

Congratulations upon your graduation @MBANZAPAULA 🎊🎉✨👩🏾‍🎓 #UCUGrad21

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

1 year

This evening at 6pm, we tell the story of West Nile via Crippling with the ARUBA culture that is still existing majorly because the enforcers are rigid! Most Women and Girls have no access to justice. GBV must end. #16DaysOfActivism @femmetalk_WN

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Patience Poni Ayikoru 👩🏿‍💼

4 years

Feeling determined. I am set to host a Community Dialogue in Koboko District under @femmetalk_WN in celebration of the IDGC this 11th October. It's been a while since this day was celebrated in the district. The Girl Child still faces a number of challenges in Koboko. #IDG2020

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2 years

I will be joining @FIDA_Uganda this Saturday at the launch of the #16DaysOfActivism against Gender Based Violence @SheSaidFilm 🎦 will be Showing at @CinemaxUg @acaciamallug1 depicting the birth of @TaranaBurke #MeToo movement.

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