Protecting dignity - spotlight on Women Refugees for Peace and Development Organisation

“Do not look at refugees solely as vulnerable people in need of aid. Recognise them as skilled capable and resilient individuals who have been displaced by the conflict. We believe that refugees should be seen as partners not just as beneficiaries and that’s what Women Refugees for Peace and Development are currently doing.” – Amira

Some call it the 'forgotten crisis' but since April 2023, conflict in Sudan has led to a severe humanitarian disaster, with many fatalities and millions including children displaced. Mona Elshareif Tazorah, Amira Timan and Rayan Salah from Sudan – now live and work in Uganda and in this podcast episode remind us that even if the world forgets you, you must never forget yourself. 

Our three speakers from Women Refugees for Peace and Development Organisation (WRPDO) have taken the lead on ensuring that people who arrive Entebbe and Wakiso municipality seeking refuge in Uganda in 2025 do not face the same challenges they faced when they too arrived in Uganda to seek refuge.

In this episode which shines the spotlight on the work of WRPDO, you will learn from WRPDO's resilient leadership. This includes some of the ways WRPDO is rising to the challenge of providing vital services; helping people from across East Africa settle in to new living conditions and manage the trauma of crisis. You will also hear key insights on the challenges of successfully delivering this work - in addition to a call to the global humanitarian community.

The conversation also includes an in-depth reflection on HX Kampala held in June,  which had a strong focus on Sudan. Ahead of HX Port Sudan, this September Mona speaks on the outcome of connecting with Innovation Lab in Kampala, saying: "This conference opened our eyes to availability to such kinds of funds and partnerships. On a personal level, my participation was invaluable - I have now connected with fellow global female leaders."

Keywords: Localisation, refugee support, crisis response, humanitarian leadership, ensuring dignity, women led, refugee led, Sudan, Sudan crisis response, humanitarian innovation, capacity strengthening, financial support, sustainable partnerships, education, international humanitarian community, leave no one behind, urban refugees

Speakers: Mona ELShareif Tazorah, Gender Advisor WRPDO | Rayan Salah Mohamed, Programme Coordinator, WRPDO | Amira Timan, Executive Director WRPDO View full profiles and more information here: Protecting dignity - spotlight on Women Refugees for Peace and Development Organisation - Humanitarian Leadership Academy

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