"WHY DO WE Hate WOMEN: Voices Against Silence " Breaking the Silence delves deep into the harrowing and urgent issue of femicide across Africa, with a focus on personal stories, cultural contexts, and systemic challenges. Join us as we bring together a diverse panel of voices from Kenya, Ghana, and various regions of Uganda—each sharing unique perspectives on the increasing tendencies of gender-based violence that have led to a tragic rise in femicide. As we navigate through the...

In this thought-provoking episode of Breaking the Silence podcast, we delve into the complex interplay between culture and gender-based violence (GBV) across Africa, with a particular focus on insights from our esteemed panelists hailing from Kenya, Ghana, and various regions of Uganda. Join us as we explore how deeply ingrained cultural norms and practices shape attitudes toward gender roles and influence the prevalence of violence against women and marginalized genders. Our panelists...

In this compelling episode, we delve into the cultural underpinnings of sexual and gender-based violence in Uganda, exploring how deeply rooted traditions and societal norms perpetuate violence against the LGBTQI community and other marginalized groups. Through poignant interviews and expert analyses, we shed light on the harsh realities faced by these communities, the brave activism pushing for change, and the urgent need for a cultural shift towards acceptance and equality. Join us as we...

In this powerful episode, we delve into the harsh realities of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in Uganda, with a particular focus on its devastating impact on the LGBTQI community. Despite progress in some areas, LGBTQI individuals in Uganda continue to face significant threats to their safety, dignity, and basic human rights especially with the new Anti Homosexuality law #AHA. We explore personal stories, expert insights, and the brave activism that is striving to create a safer,...

In this episode, we journey through the vibrant history of Pride Month, exploring its origins, significance, and the milestones that have shaped the LGBTQ+ movement. From the Stonewall Riots to the global celebrations today, we celebrate the progress and acknowledge the ongoing struggles. We then shift our focus to Uganda, a country where being openly trans is fraught with challenges, especially under the newly enacted anti-homosexuality law. This legislation has had profound effects on...

In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into the important topic of recognizing intersex identities in current population censuses. Intersex individuals are often marginalized and overlooked in society, and their identities are not adequately represented in official data collection efforts. This episode aims to shed light on the challenges faced by intersex individuals and the implications of their invisibility in census data. We start by exploring what it means to be intersex...

In this thought-provoking podcast episode, we delve into the important topic of recognizing intersex identities in current population censuses. Intersex individuals are often marginalized and overlooked in society, and their identities are not adequately represented in official data collection efforts. This episode aims to shed light on the challenges faced by intersex individuals and the implications of their invisibility in census data. We start by exploring what it means to be intersex...