About RWOHFED - Empowering Rural Women in Uganda Since 2018

Our Story

Rural Women for Healthy Food and Economic Development (RWOHFED) is a registered women-led community-based organization established in 2018 in Adjumani District. We are non-denominational, non-political, and non-sectarian in nature.

RWOHFED was formed in response to major barriers faced by women in producing healthy food for families and communities, including poor seed quality, limited land ownership and access, low access to finance, climate change impacts, limited ICT and agricultural technology knowledge, and gender-based violence.

We also work to address pastoralist and crop-farmer conflicts that affect peace and livelihoods. Through advocacy, awareness campaigns, information sharing, and practical training, RWOHFED promotes a supportive environment for women and youth to become self-reliant and lead healthy, dignified lives.

2018

Organization established

1,200

Tree seedlings distributed

549

Direct GBV/child protection reach

435

Youth trained in vocational skills

Our Mission & Vision

Guiding principles that drive our work

Our Mission

To nurture rural women, youth, and their communities in healthy food systems, empower their economic capacities to be self-reliant, and promote sustainable use of the environment.

Our Vision

A healthy, empowered, and self-reliant rural women and their communities.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide everything we do

Integrity

We encourage honesty, ethics, and trust.

Respect

Empathy, kindness, and inclusivity are our daily practice.

Accountability

Being responsible and transparent is expected of each member.

Innovation

Creativity, adaptability, and progress to address emerging issues.

Teamwork

Collaboration, communication, and unity to build partnership.

Organization Objectives

The main objectives of our organization are:

To create an enabling environment for women and youth for healthy food production.
To advocate for women's land rights and gender-related issues through stakeholder engagement.
To improve adolescent nutrition by promoting planting and consumption of local food plants.
To promote environmental protection and conservation through tree planting, plastic recycling, and campaigns against bush burning.
To enhance youth knowledge in agroecological practices through school-based demonstration gardens.
To strengthen voices and rights of young people at risk of child marriage and teenage pregnancy.
To promote formal education, vocational training, and life skills for host and refugee communities.

Organization Structure

RWOHFED has a strong governance structure led by a Board of Trustees as the policy-approving body, to which the Director(s) report. The Board is appointed by the Directors and includes a chairperson, vice chairperson, secretary, treasurer, and three members.

The Board is responsible for approving organizational capacity and development plans. Within management, the Executive Director heads the secretariat, oversees day-to-day operations, and reports directly to the Board.

The Program Manager leads all programs of the organization and reports to the Executive Director.

Our Journey

Key milestones in our development

2018 - Foundation

RWOHFED was established and began building trust through campaigns on human rights, gender equality, and health, reaching over 500 people.

2018 - 2020 Vocational Growth

Implemented vocational training for over 300 youth and women and provided startup support to more than 150 entrepreneurs.

2019 - 2021 Agriculture & Agroecology

Reached 200 community members through agribusiness and agroecological food production, including seed selection and plastic-based gardens.

2022 - 2024 Local Food Campaign

Promoted neglected and underutilized local food plants through practical planting support and cookery demonstrations.

Gender Justice & Child Protection

Raised awareness on child marriage, teenage pregnancy, school dropout, and positive parenting, reaching 549 directly and 1,647 indirectly.

Partnerships & Environment

With Adjumani District NGO Forum, distributed 1,200 tree seedlings and actively participated in major international observance events.

2025 - Vocational Skills Expansion

Trained 435 youth in vocational skills in Pakele Town Council and supported graduation with certificates and startup capital.

Our Team

Meet the dedicated individuals driving our mission

Masudio Margaret

Executive Director

Leading RWOHFED with years of experience in community development and women's empowerment initiatives.

masudiomargaret@gmail.com

+256 787 463 553

Limio Rose Lily

Board of Directors

Overseeing the strategic direction and governance of RWOHFED, ensuring alignment with the vision and goals of the organization.

alulefaith2@gmail.com

+256 773 331 3149

Ulea Slavia

Finance Assistant

Managing financial operations and ensuring transparent accounting practices for all RWOHFED activities.

slaviaulea@gmail.com

+256 787 143 434