Advancing Agency and Leadership for Structurally Silenced Persons Through Ecofeminist Climate Justice and Sustainable Livelihoods in Uganda

Rights 4 Her Uganda is pleased to announce a Call for Nominations and Expressions of Interest for the inaugural cohort of the POWER Ambassadors for Ecofeminist Climate Justice, Community Leadership, Peace building and Resilience under the POWER Project (People and Organizations Working for Equality and Rights).

The POWER Project is a community-led initiative that seeks to strengthen agency, leadership, climate resilience, sustainable livelihoods, social inclusion, environmental stewardship, conflict transformation, and community well being across Uganda.

Across many structurally silenced communities, climate change, environmental degradation, poverty, shrinking civic space, inequality, and exclusion continue to undermine resilience, livelihoods, social cohesion, and opportunities for meaningful participation in development processes. At the same time, structurally silenced communities continue to demonstrate remarkable resilience, innovation, local knowledge and leadership potential capable of driving sustainable transformation.

To strengthen this local leadership and build a network of grassroots change-makers, Rights 4 Her Uganda seeks to train, empower and mentor 20 POWER Ambassadors who will champion ecofeminist climate justice, sustainable livelihoods, peace building, environmental stewardship and inclusive community development within their communities.

About the POWER Ambassador Programme

The POWER Ambassador Programme is a leadership and movement-building initiative designed to equip grassroots leaders with the knowledge, skills, networks, and tools needed to strengthen structurally silenced community’s resilience, promote social cohesion, advance climate justice, support sustainable livelihoods, and facilitate positive community transformation.

The programme recognizes that sustainable development requires structurally silenced persons themselves to become leaders, innovators, advocates, peace builders, and custodians of environmental and social justice.

Selected ambassadors will become part of a growing national network of structurally silenced community leaders working to advance inclusive, resilient, peaceful and sustainable communities across Uganda.

Who is a POWER Ambassador?

A POWER Ambassador is a trusted structurally silenced community leader, mobilizer, advocate, organizer, innovator, or change-maker committed to promoting:

1. Climate Justice and Environmental Sustainability

2. Community Leadership and Civic Participation

3. Sustainable Livelihoods and Economic Resilience

4. Conflict Transformation and Peace building

5. Social Inclusion and Community Well being

6. Human Rights and Dignity

7. Community Resilience and Collective Action

POWER Ambassadors will serve as catalysts for positive change within their communities while helping to strengthen local solutions to environmental, social, economic and governance challenges.

Roles and Responsibilities

Selected ambassadors will:

1. Champion ecofeminist climate justice and environmental stewardship initiatives.

2. Promote sustainable livelihoods and community resilience practices.

3. Facilitate community learning, dialogue and reflection spaces.

4. Strengthen social cohesion and peaceful coexistence within communities.

5. Support conflict prevention, conflict transformation, and peace building efforts.

6. Mobilize community participation in local development processes.

7. Promote inclusive leadership and civic engagement.

8. Support community awareness and advocacy initiatives.

9. Document community stories, lessons, innovations, and impact.

10. Strengthen local accountability and community ownership of development initiatives.

11. Serve as peer mentors, mobilizers, and community champions.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for passionate and committed individuals who:

1. Are actively involved in community leadership, organizing, advocacy, development, environmental action, peace building, or social justice initiatives.

2. Demonstrate commitment to community service and positive social change.

3. Have an interest in climate justice, sustainable livelihoods, peace building, environmental sustainability, leadership, or community development.

4. Possess strong communication and mobilization skills.

5. Are willing to dedicate time to community engagement and learning activities.

6. Are committed to inclusion, dignity, equity and community well being.

What Will Selected Ambassadors Receive?

Selected ambassadors will participate in  fully supported POWER Leadership Academy where they will receive trainings and mentorship on:

1. Ecofeminism and Climate Justice

2. Climate Resilience and Environmental Sustainability

3. Sustainable Livelihoods and Green Enterprises

4. Community Leadership and Organizing

5. Conflict Transformation and Peace building

6. Social Cohesion and Community Dialogue

7. Human Rights and Inclusive Development

8. Advocacy and Strategic Communication

9. Digital Engagement and Storytelling

10. Monitoring, Documentation and Learning

11. Community Mobilization and Movement Building

12. Protection, Well being and Collective Care

Following the training, ambassadors will become members of the POWER National Ambassador Network and participate in ongoing mentorship, learning exchanges, community action initiatives and leadership development opportunities.

Selection Criteria

Applicants will be assessed based on:

1. Demonstrated commitment to community development and social change.

2. Leadership potential and community engagement experience.

3. Interest in climate justice, resilience, peace building, or sustainable livelihoods.

4. Ability to mobilize and inspire others.

5. Commitment to inclusion and community well being.

6. Geographic diversity and regional representation.

A total of 20 POWER Ambassadors will be selected from different regions of Uganda.

Applicants may either self-nominate or be nominated by a community group, network, institution, or organization.

Interested applicants should submit:

Personal Information

1. Full Name

2. District and Region

3. Organization/Community Affiliation (if any)

4. Telephone Contact

5. Email Address (if available)

Motivation Statement (Maximum 500 Words)

Please respond to the following:

1. Why are you interested in becoming a POWER Ambassador?

2. What community issue are you most passionate about addressing?

3. Describe any leadership, community engagement, advocacy, environmental, peace building or development initiatives you have participated in.

4. How will you use this opportunity to strengthen positive change within your community?

Commitment to Inclusion

Rights 4 Her Uganda is committed to promoting inclusion, equity, dignity, participation, and community leadership. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives who are committed to building peaceful, resilient, sustainable, and inclusive communities.

Application Deadline:

Friday 5th June 2026

Submission Email:

info@rights4her.org

Contact:

+256 760 208 851 or  +256 39 3103521

Organized By:

Rights 4 Her Uganda with support from DIAKONIA

Under the POWER Project:

People and Organizations Working for Equality and Rights (POWER)