Uganda
Missing the poorest for the trees?
This report examines how forestry projects under the Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation (REDD+) initiative affect pre-existing structures of power, economy, fairness, safety and wellbeing in Brazil, Indonesia and Uganda, and how they may exacerbate pre-existing conflicts over land and resources. The report also looks at how REDD+ funds could provide the opportunity to diversify livelihoods, encourage sustainable development and enhance the adaptive capacity of local populations in the face of a changing climate.
This report examines how forestry projects positively and negatively affect pre-existing structures of power, economy, fairness, safety, and wellbeing in Brazil, Indonesia and Uganda.
Oil, governance and livelihoods
Last week we launched a new report, Governance and livelihoods in Uganda’s oil-rich Albertine Graben.
Governance and livelihoods in Uganda's oil-rich Albertine Graben
This study was commissioned by International Alert and the Democratic Governance Facility in March 2012. It was carried out in the Albertine Graben, where oil exploration activities are ongoing. The study was conducted within the framework of the Harnessing the Potential of Oil to Contribute to Peace and Development in Uganda project, which is currently being implemented by International Alert and its partners.
This report measures the degree and quality of change in the livelihoods of the communities in Uganda's Albertine Graben region, where oil exploration is taking place.
Alert Uganda run with their hearts
On 25th November staff in our Uganda office took part in the 10km run of the MTN Kampala International Marathon, one of the country’s largest annual sports events.
Uganda
In the last five years of International Alert's presence in Uganda, we have undertaken different interventions aimed at understanding conflict and building peace. In this report, we provide an overview of this work and highlights of our work in 2011 specifically.
Enhancing socio-economic opportunities for ex-combatants in Uganda
The case of northern Uganda illustrates the difficulties of socio-economic reintegration faced not only by ex-combatants, but also by IDPs and war-affected youth in the post-conflict environment. It discusses the marginalisation of former abductees in particular, with a focus on the specific challenges that the reintegration process posed for girls and women. The study underscores the importance of adopting a holistic approach, and of extending support to receiving communities so as to facilitate the return of former combatants and war-affected youth more generally.
The case study illustrates the difficulties of socio-economic reintegration faced by ex-combatants, young people and internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the post-conflict environment of northern Uganda, and highlights the potential role of private sector actors in the process.
Enhancing socio-economic opportunities for ex-combatants in post-conflict environments
This report summarises the findings of a series of case studies which explore the socio-economic aspects of reintegration programmes for ex-combatants in a number of conflict-affected countries where International Alert works: Nepal, Liberia and
This report summarises the findings of a series of case studies which explore the socio-economic aspects of reintegration programmes for ex-combatants in Nepal, Liberia and Uganda.
Participation politique et renforcement du pouvoir économique des femmes dans les pays sortant d'un conflit
L’un des résultats positifs des processus de paix et des transitions politiques dans la région des Grands Lacs en Afrique ces dix à quinze dernières années, a été la représentation et la participation accrues des femmes dans l’arène politique et dans la sphère publique. Cette avancée majeure pour les femmes a été obtenue essentiellement par l’adoption de systèmes de quotas et par la cooptation.
L’un des résultats positifs des processus de paix et des transitions politiques dans la région des Grands Lacs en Afrique ces dix à quinze dernières années, a été la représentation et la participation accrues des femmes dans l’arène politique et dans la sphère publique.
Post-war economic opportunities in northern Uganda
This report sets out to examine and understand the position of women in the peace economy and politics, and the interaction between their increased economic power and their participation in political and public life in northern Uganda. Women have played a key role in the region’s economic recovery after the war, enabling them to increase their income significantly; however, not at a level which would allow them to achieve economic security, and break free from the cycle of economic survival and merely meeting practical needs.
This report examines the position of women in the peace economy and politics of northern Uganda, and the interaction between their increased economic power and their participation in political and public life.
Women’s political participation and economic empowerment in post-conflict countries
The Great Lakes region has in the last ten to fifteen years seen an increase in women’s representation and involvement in politics and the public sphere, a positive outcome of the region’s peace processes and political transitions.
Women's political participation and economic empowerment in post-conflict countries
One of the positive outcomes of recent peace processes in Africa’s Great Lakes region has been the increased involvement of women in the public sphere, primarily thanks to the adoption of quota systems for female representation. Women have had some success in influencing official peace processes in the region, ensuring provisions for women’s rights were made. They have been actively engaged as both voters and candidates in elections, but few are elected.
Recommendations for civil society, governments and the international community to strengthen women’s political participation and economic empowerment in Africa's Great Lakes region.
Peace Talks
International Alert is proud to present its new annual report, “Peace Talks”, which looks back at Alert’s work and impact in 2011 – when Alert celebrated its 25th year – using dialogue as a theme.
International Alert is proud to present its new annual report, “Peace Talks”, which looks back at Alert’s work and impact in 2011 – when Alert celebrated its 25th year – using dialogue as a theme.
Defining Theories of Change
This report focuses on how theories of change can improve the effectiveness of peacebuilding interventions. A review of 19 peacebuilding projects in three conflict-affected countries found that the process of articulating and reviewing theories of change adds rigour and transparency, clarifies project logic, highlights assumptions that need to be tested, and helps identify appropriate participants and partners. However, the approach has limitations, including the difficulty of gathering theory-validating evidence.
This report discusses how theories of change can improve the effectiveness of peacebuilding interventions, reviewing 19 projects in three conflict-affected countries.
Oil and Gas Laws in Uganda
The current phase of oil exploration in Uganda offers a unique opportunity to alleviate poverty and create broad-based development and improved standards of living across the country.
A framework for managing oil exploration in Uganda with the aim of becoming a helpful tool for legislators.
Contributing to a peace economy in northern Uganda
This guide provides information and advice primarily for investors that are new to northern Uganda, to assist them in making the right approach to ensure success, maximising both their profit and their contribution to peace and development in the troubled region. It identifies key steps investors can take to ensure their business contributes to a peace economy and avoids aggravating tensions
This guide provides information and advice primarily for investors that are new to northern Uganda, and identifies key steps investors can take to ensure their business contributes to a peace economy.
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