

ABOUT US
Strengthening Inclusive Representation Nationwide
The National Secretariat for Special Interest Groups (NSIGs) is a government entity established to coordinate, support, and strengthen councils representing youth, women, persons with disabilities, and older persons across Uganda.
We work to promote inclusive participation, peaceful engagement, and socio-economic empowerment, ensuring that special interest groups actively contribute to national development processes at all levels.
✅ Key Focus Areas
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Coordinating councils for youth, women, PWDs and older persons
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Promoting inclusive political participation and representation
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Supporting socio-economic empowerment initiatives
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Strengthening partnerships and institutional capacity

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Inclusive Political Participation
We promote peaceful, meaningful, and inclusive participation of special interest groups in governance processes nationwide.


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Council Coordination and Support
We provide administrative, policy, and programmatic support to councils to enhance effectiveness and accountability.


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Socio-Economic Empowerment
We support initiatives that enhance livelihoods, income security, and economic resilience among special interest groups.


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Partnerships and Engagement
We collaborate with government agencies, development partners, and stakeholders to advance inclusive national development.

Our Mandate
Advocacy and Representation
We advocate for the rights, inclusion, and representation of special interest groups in national policy and decision-making processes.
Council Institutional Support
We strengthen councils through coordination, capacity building, and alignment with national development priorities.
Community Engagement
We facilitate dialogues, barazas, and civic education activities to amplify community voices and participation.
Coordinated Support
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Coordinating councils for special interest groups
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Promoting inclusive participation nationwide
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Supporting socio-economic empowerment initiatives
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Building strategic development partnerships
Strategic Partnerships
We build partnerships that support inclusive governance, empowerment initiatives, and sustainable development outcomes.

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