Lawyer | Humanitarian Affairs | Migration
Kampala, Uganda
Joined March 2021
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👀If you're a student, researcher, academic or innovator… this one is for YOU!
In 2 days, Freedom Square @Makerere is where the opportunities are.🎓🌍
#EUandUganda50 Research & Study Fair, 8 October
🎟️FREE ENTRY
Come curious. Leave inspired.🚀
#TeamEurope 🇪🇺🇺🇬 #EUandUganda
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Our 🇪🇺 Deputy Ambassador @GuillaumEUG was delighted to officiate at the event, alongside 🇫🇷 Ambassador to 🇺🇬 @VLJMLeroy, 🇦🇹 Head of Mission @Dr_KatjaK, envoys representing Germany, the Netherlands, Italy & Spain, together with @Educ_SportsUg Commissioner Mr Muzamil Mukwatampola.
Hearty congrats to 18 🇺🇬 Ugandan students selected for the 🇪🇺2026 @EUErasmusPlus Mundus Joint Master’s scholarships, celebrated today at the EU Delegation.
#TeamEurope wishes you every success as you begin this exciting academic journey in Europe.
#StudyinEurope #EUandUganda50
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Op-Ed✍️
Until everyone is safe: Refugee protection must extend to mental well-being
Uganda’s approach to integrating refugees into national systems stands out globally. It allows refugees access to services, education, and livelihoods alongside host communities, fostering inclusion and dignity.
DETAILS👉 buff.ly/nNCIeUU
#VisionUpdates
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As we commemorate this year's International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, let's ensure that every child lives a life free from violence, fear, and exploitation. Protect children and safeguard our future. #EndCRSV #justiceforsurvivors #EndCRSVinconflict
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Ahead of #WorldRefugeeDay, Ambassador @FrederiekeQ joined the #SHELEADS Conference by @WoordenDaad, @YARIDUganda, @UCOBAC_, and @ceforduganda under the Dutch-funded LEAD Project. The convention celebrates & amplifies the voices of women refugee and host community leaders.
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Today we join the rest of the world in commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict under the theme, “Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Against Children: Safeguarding our futures.” #EndCRSV #CRSVAwareness
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Did you know 40% of mental health issues develop before 14y.o.?
@refugeelawproj is addressing mental health under the Securing Refugee Host Relations through Enhanced Protection, incorporating the most vulnerable of all: Forcibly displaced children. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
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In his opening remarks at the 7th South-South Institute on Sexual Violence in Kampala, @pius_ojara, director @refugeelawproj expressed his appreciation to the @NLinUganda for the continued support to male survivors of #sexualviolence who have been ignored for a very long time.
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Last Friday our team participated in the quarterly vitality activity.
And what better way to improve your mental health than with some delicious comfort food? 🌯
The activity: a full training in making Rolex! 🇺🇬
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On 13 May 2026, @refugeelawproj conducted a National Dialogue on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Children in Displacement.
Theme: Positioning Children’s Mental Health at the Centre of Service Delivery and Policy Conversations. With support from @NLinUganda.
It was a pleasure being part of this dialogue.
"We commend the @refugeelawproj and all partners advancing child-centred approaches within displacement governance and service delivery systems. Transformative policy begins with courageous conversations such as this one." @AcomJoy of @NLinUganda
Healing takes time, and sometimes strength means allowing yourself to rest, speak up, and seek support. No matter how difficult the season, hope remains and healing is possible.
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalm 147:3
#MentalHealthMonth
As we mark #WorldMalariaDay, it is important to challenge the normalization of malaria in most high-burden regions in Uganda. What is often perceived as routine remains a leading, yet preventable cause of death.
This reality became personal when my pre-term newborn was diagnosed with malaria at just weeks old. While I am grateful for a positive outcome, many families are not as fortunate.
Now we can. Now we must. #EndMalaria #ZeroMalaria
Behind every program, process, or administrative decision is a human story that matters. Its usually easy to focus on delivery, timelines, and procedures but the real value of what we do comes when we put people at the center, this is what gives work meaning and impact.#Growth
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🇳🇱🤝🇺🇬 Netherlands Ambassador to Uganda @FrederiekeQ visited Rhino Camp Refugee Settlement to witness how PROSPECTS is strengthening refugee self-reliance, advancing sustainable development, and promoting inclusive protection systems in Uganda.
@ilo @UNICEFUganda
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The team also engaged with a Sudanese women-led initiative supported by the project's livelihoods and English for Adults components. It was inspiring to see resilience, skills building, economic empowerment transforming lives & strengthening refugee–host relations in action.
It was great to see the vital work being done by the teams; restoring mobility and hope for those affected by conflict.
Together with representatives from @NLinUganda, we visited @corsuhospital in Entebbe, an important partner in delivering medical repair services for persons affected by war-related harm. The tour offered firsthand insight into the life-changing care provided to clients.
One of the most powerful things we can do as women is open doors for other women. Mentorship, encouragement, and shared wisdom create pathways for growth and leadership. Let’s keep lifting each other as we rise.
#WomenSupportingWomen #MentorshipMatters
Empower a woman, empower the world. Every act of mentorship, encouragement, or faith in a woman creates ripple effects in families and communities. Let’s invest in making an impact around us🌍
#WomenInLeadership #CommunityImpact , #IWD2026, #WomenEmpowerment