About fian uganda

Research

At FIAN Uganda, our work at all levels is underpinned by research. We recognise that for any intervention to be effective, it must be preceded by a correct diagnosis of the challenge at hand, and why the previous interventions, if any, failed to cause the desired change. Even after such initial assessments, research is still necessary in designing the requisite interventions and monitoring their effectiveness. This research not only guides our programming, but is also shared with both State and non-State actors that are interested in the food rights cause to enrich their respective interventions.

Policy Advocacy

We strive to push for the formulation and implementation of policies that advance the right to adequate food and nutrition in Uganda. In doing so, we endeavour to ensure that our contributions to policy are conceptually sound, contextually appropriate and evidence-based. This goes not only for policies per se, but also the wider realm of national laws, regulations and programs that have an impact on enjoyment of the right to food in Uganda.

Capacity Building

Realisation of the right to adequate food, just like it is with any other right, requires that the rights holders are able to articulate, recognise and demand for their rights. Similarly, duty bearers should be able to effectively discharge their respective mandates so that the right can be enjoyed. We therefore provide platforms for sensitisation, mobilisation and training of the various actors in the food rights space to ensure that they can effectively play their individual and collective roles for the advancement of the cause.