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Gender Tech Initiative-Uganda (GTI-U) is a women-led Ugandan organisation working toadvance digital rights, digital inclusion, digital literacy, online safety and meaningful access to technology, particularly for women, girls and underserved communities in Northern Uganda.GTI-U uses technology, training, research, advocacy and community engagement to strengthen people’s ability to participate safely and meaningfully in the digital world. […]

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Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence and Its inclusion the Sexual Offences Bill.

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In February 2025, Gender Tech Initiative Uganda (GTI-U) joined forces with Pollicy and CIPESA to present a policy brief to the Parliamentary committee on Legal and Gender Affairs at the Parliament of the Republic of Uganda. This collaborative effort marked a significant step in our ongoing mission to bridge the digital divide and create safer online spaces

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Gender Tech Initiative Uganda’s Training on Malware Detection and Prevention

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By Ajok Diana In today’s increasingly interconnected world, the importance of digital security cannot be overstated. As individuals and organizations rely more heavily on technology for communication, data management, and community engagement, they become vulnerable to a myriad of cyber threats, including malware attacks, data breaches, and identity theft. For grassroots organizations working to empower

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Introducing Gender Tech Podcast

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At Gender Tech Initiative Uganda, we’re excited to unveil our newest initiative, The Gender tech Podcast. We will have insightful discussions exploring gender equity, diversity, and inclusion within the tech industry, as we spotlight inspiring stories of women breaking barriers in STEM fields. Join us on various platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Spotify,

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GENDER DISPARITIES IN ACCESS AND USE OF AI IN AFRICA

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In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a leading new power in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, finance, and agriculture across the world, promising innovation and efficiency1. However, in regions like Africa, where we have some of the world’s highest gender inequities, with women not traditionally engaged in many sectors of the

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INTERSECTIONALITY IN TECH | Overcoming Socioeconomic Barriers and Driving Innovation

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In the tech world, there is a glaring issue regarding diversity, especially gender. Despite women showing immense talent and interest in tech careers, they often face numerous obstacles to getting into and staying in the industry. It is particularly tough for women from low-income backgrounds, who have even more hurdles to overcome. This imbalance is

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Bridging the Gap: Gender Disparities in AI Access and Intersectionality in Tech in Africa

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Author: Olive Ekoh, 2025 Brief bio: Olive Ekoh is an MBA student at the University of Dayton and a summer fellowship intern at the Human Rights Center of the University of Dayton. She looks into women rights and finds ways of sourcing grants for SME’s and NGO’s. Summary : Gender disparities have existed in the

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Activity Report: Mapping Women in Informal Economies.​

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This report highlights our journey in Northern Uganda, where we embarked on a participatory approach to document and enhance women’s economic growth. Through surveys, interviews, community meetings, and public events, we increased awareness of women’s invaluable contributions to the informal economy. Our targeted training and partnerships created new economic opportunities, while advocacy efforts improved policy

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Gender Tech Initiative-Uganda welcomes two new interns from the University of Dayton.

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Gender Tech Initiative-Uganda is excited to welcome two new Research and Communication interns from the University of Dayton. These interns will be working virtually with our organization to support our vision of empowering women and girls to embrace science and technology. At Gender Tech Initiative-Uganda, we believe that access to science and technology is a

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