ISER
@iseruganda.bsky.social
ISER is an independent nonprofit human rights organization with a mission to enhance realization of social and economic rights through innovative approaches to research, capacity building, social mobilization and advocacy
ISER’s research, "Combating Child Labour in Uganda", examines how poverty, the cost of education, weak social protection, gaps in labour enforcement and weaknesses in corporate accountability continue to leave children vulnerable to exploitation.
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September 22, 2026 at 8:18 AM
ISER’s research, "Combating Child Labour in Uganda", examines how poverty, the cost of education, weak social protection, gaps in labour enforcement and weaknesses in corporate accountability continue to leave children vulnerable to exploitation.
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#HappeningNow
ISER has convened a #UPR ESCR cluster thematic meeting to validate the alternative report ahead of the Uganda's 4th review cycle in 2027. The thematic areas include education, health, business & human rights, food, women's rights, labour, & children's rights
ISER has convened a #UPR ESCR cluster thematic meeting to validate the alternative report ahead of the Uganda's 4th review cycle in 2027. The thematic areas include education, health, business & human rights, food, women's rights, labour, & children's rights
July 6, 2026 at 10:48 AM
#HappeningNow
ISER has convened a #UPR ESCR cluster thematic meeting to validate the alternative report ahead of the Uganda's 4th review cycle in 2027. The thematic areas include education, health, business & human rights, food, women's rights, labour, & children's rights
ISER has convened a #UPR ESCR cluster thematic meeting to validate the alternative report ahead of the Uganda's 4th review cycle in 2027. The thematic areas include education, health, business & human rights, food, women's rights, labour, & children's rights
Happening Now:
@iseruganda.bsky.social is convening a stakeholder workshop for the Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ESCR) thematic cluster to shape the civil society alternative report ahead of Uganda’s 4th Cycle Universal Periodic Review (#UPR) in January 2027.
@iseruganda.bsky.social is convening a stakeholder workshop for the Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ESCR) thematic cluster to shape the civil society alternative report ahead of Uganda’s 4th Cycle Universal Periodic Review (#UPR) in January 2027.
June 17, 2026 at 9:31 AM
Happening Now:
@iseruganda.bsky.social is convening a stakeholder workshop for the Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ESCR) thematic cluster to shape the civil society alternative report ahead of Uganda’s 4th Cycle Universal Periodic Review (#UPR) in January 2027.
@iseruganda.bsky.social is convening a stakeholder workshop for the Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ESCR) thematic cluster to shape the civil society alternative report ahead of Uganda’s 4th Cycle Universal Periodic Review (#UPR) in January 2027.
The realization of human rights does not just happen by itself. It requires brave actions and brave actors.
#RohkeaTeko #SupportBraveActions #IDefendHumanRights
@kiosfoundation.bsky.social
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#RohkeaTeko #SupportBraveActions #IDefendHumanRights
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May 19, 2026 at 9:17 AM
The realization of human rights does not just happen by itself. It requires brave actions and brave actors.
#RohkeaTeko #SupportBraveActions #IDefendHumanRights
@kiosfoundation.bsky.social
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#RohkeaTeko #SupportBraveActions #IDefendHumanRights
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Uganda takes a bold step for its youngest learners by launching the National Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Policy 2025; laying the foundation for a stronger start in life.
ISER is proud to have contributed to this great milestone.
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ISER is proud to have contributed to this great milestone.
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April 30, 2026 at 12:22 PM
Uganda takes a bold step for its youngest learners by launching the National Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Policy 2025; laying the foundation for a stronger start in life.
ISER is proud to have contributed to this great milestone.
@kiosfoundation.bsky.social
@jobeckerhrw.bsky.social
ISER is proud to have contributed to this great milestone.
@kiosfoundation.bsky.social
@jobeckerhrw.bsky.social
Join us tomorrow (15th April) for a panel discussion on universal social protection at the ongoing IMF/World Bank Group Spring Meetings:
📅 April 15 | 11:00am–12:30pm (Washington, DC)
🔗 Online: imf.zoom.us/j/9652314470...
More details: lnkd.in/eWMgJHrE
#SpringMeetings2026
#SpringMeetings
📅 April 15 | 11:00am–12:30pm (Washington, DC)
🔗 Online: imf.zoom.us/j/9652314470...
More details: lnkd.in/eWMgJHrE
#SpringMeetings2026
#SpringMeetings
April 14, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Join us tomorrow (15th April) for a panel discussion on universal social protection at the ongoing IMF/World Bank Group Spring Meetings:
📅 April 15 | 11:00am–12:30pm (Washington, DC)
🔗 Online: imf.zoom.us/j/9652314470...
More details: lnkd.in/eWMgJHrE
#SpringMeetings2026
#SpringMeetings
📅 April 15 | 11:00am–12:30pm (Washington, DC)
🔗 Online: imf.zoom.us/j/9652314470...
More details: lnkd.in/eWMgJHrE
#SpringMeetings2026
#SpringMeetings
On this #WorldHealthDay2026, what does 'Together for Health' mean to you?
For Initiative for Social and Economic Rights - ISER, it means:
▪️centering science
▪️adequately funded public health systems, and
▪️access to quality and respectful healthcare
For Initiative for Social and Economic Rights - ISER, it means:
▪️centering science
▪️adequately funded public health systems, and
▪️access to quality and respectful healthcare
April 7, 2026 at 8:42 AM
On this #WorldHealthDay2026, what does 'Together for Health' mean to you?
For Initiative for Social and Economic Rights - ISER, it means:
▪️centering science
▪️adequately funded public health systems, and
▪️access to quality and respectful healthcare
For Initiative for Social and Economic Rights - ISER, it means:
▪️centering science
▪️adequately funded public health systems, and
▪️access to quality and respectful healthcare
📢 Just 3hrs to go
Don't miss this WEBINAR: "Advancing Maternal Health Accountability in Africa", happening today, Thursday 5th March, 2pm
REGISTER: bit.ly/405o2yc
#InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay
@reprorights.org
Don't miss this WEBINAR: "Advancing Maternal Health Accountability in Africa", happening today, Thursday 5th March, 2pm
REGISTER: bit.ly/405o2yc
#InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay
@reprorights.org
March 5, 2026 at 8:12 AM
📢 Just 3hrs to go
Don't miss this WEBINAR: "Advancing Maternal Health Accountability in Africa", happening today, Thursday 5th March, 2pm
REGISTER: bit.ly/405o2yc
#InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay
@reprorights.org
Don't miss this WEBINAR: "Advancing Maternal Health Accountability in Africa", happening today, Thursday 5th March, 2pm
REGISTER: bit.ly/405o2yc
#InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay
@reprorights.org
Numerous women continue to face abuse, neglect & denial of life-saving maternal healthcare. Others are detained in facilities over unpaid bills.
Join us to demand for maternal health accountability across Africa in a webinar
Register: bit.ly/405o2yc
#InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay
Join us to demand for maternal health accountability across Africa in a webinar
Register: bit.ly/405o2yc
#InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay
March 3, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Numerous women continue to face abuse, neglect & denial of life-saving maternal healthcare. Others are detained in facilities over unpaid bills.
Join us to demand for maternal health accountability across Africa in a webinar
Register: bit.ly/405o2yc
#InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay
Join us to demand for maternal health accountability across Africa in a webinar
Register: bit.ly/405o2yc
#InternationalWomensDay #WomensDay
"There is a clear consensus that public investment in early learning pays off. It levels the playing field for disadvantaged children and significantly lowers school dropout rates."
Angella K. Nabwowe writes in today's Daily Monitor newspaper
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Angella K. Nabwowe writes in today's Daily Monitor newspaper
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March 2, 2026 at 7:19 AM
"There is a clear consensus that public investment in early learning pays off. It levels the playing field for disadvantaged children and significantly lowers school dropout rates."
Angella K. Nabwowe writes in today's Daily Monitor newspaper
www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/...
Angella K. Nabwowe writes in today's Daily Monitor newspaper
www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/...
At face value, the US-Uganda health deal wears generosity & saviourism. However, a critical analysis tells a different story. Beneath the headline numbers lies a deeply unequal arrangement that raises serious questions about sovereignty, data control, & long-term public health security.
February 9, 2026 at 10:19 AM
At face value, the US-Uganda health deal wears generosity & saviourism. However, a critical analysis tells a different story. Beneath the headline numbers lies a deeply unequal arrangement that raises serious questions about sovereignty, data control, & long-term public health security.
#Humanrights aren't distant ideals or policy aspirations; they're the everyday conditions that enable people to live with dignity. The right to #socialprotection is at the center of these conditions.
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#HumanRightsDay
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#HumanRightsDay
December 10, 2025 at 3:57 AM
#Humanrights aren't distant ideals or policy aspirations; they're the everyday conditions that enable people to live with dignity. The right to #socialprotection is at the center of these conditions.
READ our statement iser-uganda.org/wp-content/u...
#HumanRightsDay
READ our statement iser-uganda.org/wp-content/u...
#HumanRightsDay
ISER welcomes the Cabinet’s landmark decision to expand SAGE eligibility age from 80yrs to 65yrs, and to increase the transfer value from UGX 25,000 to UGX 35,000. This is a step toward aligning with Uganda’s National Social Protection Policy, which defines an older person as 60 years and above.
November 21, 2025 at 7:52 AM
ISER welcomes the Cabinet’s landmark decision to expand SAGE eligibility age from 80yrs to 65yrs, and to increase the transfer value from UGX 25,000 to UGX 35,000. This is a step toward aligning with Uganda’s National Social Protection Policy, which defines an older person as 60 years and above.
Our ED, Angella K. Nabwowe, is in Maseru Lesotho for a conference & launch of a study on the level of child rights mainstreaming in Nation Action Plans (NAPs) on Business and Human Rights; convened by Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA).
#BusinessandHumanRights #UNGPs
#BusinessandHumanRights #UNGPs
November 20, 2025 at 9:31 AM
Our ED, Angella K. Nabwowe, is in Maseru Lesotho for a conference & launch of a study on the level of child rights mainstreaming in Nation Action Plans (NAPs) on Business and Human Rights; convened by Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa (IHRDA).
#BusinessandHumanRights #UNGPs
#BusinessandHumanRights #UNGPs
Day 2 of the #UNTaxConvention negotiations in Nairobi!
Today, ISER demands that Member States treat Article 5 — Taxation of High Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) — with the urgency it deserves.
#TaxTheRich
Read our full press release on our demands.
Today, ISER demands that Member States treat Article 5 — Taxation of High Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) — with the urgency it deserves.
#TaxTheRich
Read our full press release on our demands.
November 11, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Day 2 of the #UNTaxConvention negotiations in Nairobi!
Today, ISER demands that Member States treat Article 5 — Taxation of High Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) — with the urgency it deserves.
#TaxTheRich
Read our full press release on our demands.
Today, ISER demands that Member States treat Article 5 — Taxation of High Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) — with the urgency it deserves.
#TaxTheRich
Read our full press release on our demands.
The National Social Protection Dialogue 2025 is happening today! Our Executive Director, Angella K. Nabwowe will be joining other panelists to discuss the critical role of social protection in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs).
#socialprotectionmonth2025
#socialprotectionmonth2025
October 28, 2025 at 5:10 AM
The National Social Protection Dialogue 2025 is happening today! Our Executive Director, Angella K. Nabwowe will be joining other panelists to discuss the critical role of social protection in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs).
#socialprotectionmonth2025
#socialprotectionmonth2025
October 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Today, Wednesday 1st October, 2025 is the #InternationalDayofOlderPersons! Join our partners in the CSO Working Group on Social Protection for a live & important conversation on social protection for older persons on
@Next Radio at 7:00 PM (EAT).
#APeoplesPension #socialprotection
@Next Radio at 7:00 PM (EAT).
#APeoplesPension #socialprotection
October 1, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Today, Wednesday 1st October, 2025 is the #InternationalDayofOlderPersons! Join our partners in the CSO Working Group on Social Protection for a live & important conversation on social protection for older persons on
@Next Radio at 7:00 PM (EAT).
#APeoplesPension #socialprotection
@Next Radio at 7:00 PM (EAT).
#APeoplesPension #socialprotection
Today, 25th Sept., we expect to receive the ruling of the High Court, Civil Division on the Attorney General’s preliminary objection of res judicata in a case challenging the detention of women in health facilities due to failure to pay medical bills.
Read our report iser-uganda.org/publication/...
Read our report iser-uganda.org/publication/...
September 25, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Today, 25th Sept., we expect to receive the ruling of the High Court, Civil Division on the Attorney General’s preliminary objection of res judicata in a case challenging the detention of women in health facilities due to failure to pay medical bills.
Read our report iser-uganda.org/publication/...
Read our report iser-uganda.org/publication/...
As we celebrate #DemocracyDay today, ISER's ED,
Angella K. Nabwowe, is participating in discussions around the link between democracy & economic justice at the University of Ghana Department of Economics organized by Open Society Foundations &IDEAS Africa Network.
Angella K. Nabwowe, is participating in discussions around the link between democracy & economic justice at the University of Ghana Department of Economics organized by Open Society Foundations &IDEAS Africa Network.
September 15, 2025 at 11:37 AM
As we celebrate #DemocracyDay today, ISER's ED,
Angella K. Nabwowe, is participating in discussions around the link between democracy & economic justice at the University of Ghana Department of Economics organized by Open Society Foundations &IDEAS Africa Network.
Angella K. Nabwowe, is participating in discussions around the link between democracy & economic justice at the University of Ghana Department of Economics organized by Open Society Foundations &IDEAS Africa Network.
Social protection is not a matter of discretion; it is a RIGHT. Read Jackson Wandera's OpEd in The Daily Monitor
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#SocialProtectionUG
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#SocialProtectionUG
August 22, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Social protection is not a matter of discretion; it is a RIGHT. Read Jackson Wandera's OpEd in The Daily Monitor
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monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/...
#SocialProtectionUG
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monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/...
#SocialProtectionUG
As world leaders begin Session 2 of the UN Tax Convention negotiations in New York today, the future of our digital economy is on the table. Will global rules finally be fair for countries like Uganda? We're watching closely. #TaxJusticeUG #UNTaxTalks #UNTaxConvention
August 11, 2025 at 12:13 PM
As world leaders begin Session 2 of the UN Tax Convention negotiations in New York today, the future of our digital economy is on the table. Will global rules finally be fair for countries like Uganda? We're watching closely. #TaxJusticeUG #UNTaxTalks #UNTaxConvention
Unless public participation is recognized as a constitutional imperative, even in high-value, complex contracts, citizens will remain spectators in decisions that profoundly affect their lives - George Mudonyi opines about the Lubowa hospital judgment.
#ReclaimPublicServices
#ReclaimPublicServices
August 6, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Unless public participation is recognized as a constitutional imperative, even in high-value, complex contracts, citizens will remain spectators in decisions that profoundly affect their lives - George Mudonyi opines about the Lubowa hospital judgment.
#ReclaimPublicServices
#ReclaimPublicServices
We have convened an inception meeting for the project “A People’s Pension - Phase II” aimed at deepening efforts to advance legal reform, sustainable financing & public engagement for a universal, rights-based pension system in Uganda.
@byinsects.bsky.social
#APeoplesPension #SocialProtectionUG
@byinsects.bsky.social
#APeoplesPension #SocialProtectionUG
July 15, 2025 at 7:58 AM
We have convened an inception meeting for the project “A People’s Pension - Phase II” aimed at deepening efforts to advance legal reform, sustainable financing & public engagement for a universal, rights-based pension system in Uganda.
@byinsects.bsky.social
#APeoplesPension #SocialProtectionUG
@byinsects.bsky.social
#APeoplesPension #SocialProtectionUG
Don't punish school girls for getting pregnant. A pregnant girl is often punished harsher than her sexual abuser. Leaders frame teenage pregnancy as a moral failing, ignoring its reality as a dev't emergency & a human rights crisis. Read Labila Sumayah Musoke's OpEd www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/...
July 11, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Don't punish school girls for getting pregnant. A pregnant girl is often punished harsher than her sexual abuser. Leaders frame teenage pregnancy as a moral failing, ignoring its reality as a dev't emergency & a human rights crisis. Read Labila Sumayah Musoke's OpEd www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/...