S2, EP1: The Landscape of gender equality in the workplace in Uganda & Africa

S2, EP1: The Landscape of gender equality in the workplace in Uganda & Africa

What does gender equality in the workplace look like across Uganda and Africa? Rita Achiro, Executive Director of Uganda Women’s Network (UWONET), shares insights on progress, challenges and opportunities for building inclusive work environments. Power relations in the workplace mirror those in our society: roles given to women are often confined to the domestic sphere with little or no economic gain, while men are assigned roles outside the domestic sphere with economic benefits. This imbalance translates into workplace dynamics—for example, how men may treat a female boss. Tune in to learn how advocacy and leadership are reshaping workplaces for women across the continent. For more information on Jabali Consulting, visit us at https://www.jabaliconsulting.com/. To join the Waiting List for Jabali Consulting’s new Toolkit, the “Lead Boldly: A Gender Transformative CEO Toolkit”, please go to https://www.jabaliconsulting.com/gta-toolkit/?captcha

S1, Ep6: Know your labor rights as a person with a disability.

Our guest for the sixth and final episode of our Ubuntu Narratives podcast on “Working Differently” is Agnes Datemwa, a disability inclusion and gender-based violence (GBV) initiative legal officer at the Uganda Association of Women Lawyers (FIDA Uganda). With experience in offering legal support to persons with disability, Agnes shares with us the labour rights for persons living with disabilities in the workspaces taking us through international and national laws. She highlights the success stories of FIDA as it celebrates 50 years of service. This episode provides valuable information and guidance on the legal framework and protections available for individuals with disabilities in the workplace, empowering them to advocate for their rights and ensure a more inclusive and equitable work environment. For more information on Jabali Consulting, visit www.jabaliconsulting.com For more information on FIDA Uganda, visit https://fidauganda.or.ug/

S1; Ep5: Tapping into your voice at the workplace as a medical practitioner living with a disability

Our guest for the fifth episode of Ubuntu Narratives podcast is Dr. Edgar Twebembire, a medical doctor. In this episode, Dr. Edgar shares his experiences and insights as a medical practitioner living with a disability. He discusses how he has been able to tap into his voice and advocate for himself in the workplace, as well as the challenges he has faced and the strategies he has employed to overcome them. This episode aims to inspire and empower not only medical professionals but any other professional living with disabilities to find their voice and assert their rights in the workplace. For more information on Jabali Consulting, visit www.jabaliconsulting.com

S1, Ep 4: Shaping disability-inclusive business culture

Our guest for the fourth episode of Ubuntu Narratives podcast is Henry Saaba, the Disability Inclusion Coordinator of Federation of Uganda Employers (FUE). Established before Uganda’s independence from colonial rule, FUE is the voice of employers in Uganda. Since 2019, FUE has hosted the Uganda Business and Disability Network (UBDN), an employer-led network in Uganda that works towards creating workplaces and company culture that is respectful and inclusive towards persons with disabilities, promoting their hiring, retention, and professional development. In our conversation, Henry sheds light on the inspiring initiatives spearheaded by FUE to spotlight disability inclusion as a growing business culture. For more information on Jabali Consulting, visit www.jabaliconsulting.com For more information on the Federation of Uganda Employers visit, visit https://fuemployers.org/

S1:Ep3; How to land a job as a young person living with a disability

Our guest for the third episode of Ubuntu Narratives podcast is Julian Kamwesigye, a young woman living with disability and currently working as a Marketing Professional at Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL). She is a beneficiary of Light for the World International’s PWD work-readiness skills training. In our conversation, Julian displays the power of her winning attitude in breaking barriers at the workplace, and shares lessons that have helped her succeed in the workplace. For more information on Jabali Consulting, visit www.jabaliconsulting.com For more information on Uganda Breweries Limited, visit https://www.ugandabreweries.com/