On 30th March 2026, staff members of the Uganda Small Scale Industries Association (USSIA) participated in a comprehensive Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) capacity-building training organized by Woord en Daad. The training provided an engaging platform to deepen their understanding of inclusive development approaches, with a strong focus on gender-transformative programming. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, participants gained insights into how inclusive strategies can drive equitable growth within communities and enterprises. Strengthening Capacity for Gender-Responsive Programming
The sessions also focused on strengthening leadership capacity to champion inclusivity within organizational systems and programs. Participants were equipped with practical tools to integrate GESI principles into Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) frameworks, ensuring that interventions are responsive and impactful. In addition, the training emphasized the importance of incorporating GESI considerations into advocacy efforts, enabling staff to effectively address the needs of women, youth, and other
marginalized groups. The key outcome of the training was the collaborative review and revision of the Gender Action Plan.
This process ensured alignment with gender-responsive and socially inclusive practices,
making future programming more intentional
and measurable
