Dinah Akallo – Uganda
Occupation/Title
Gender and Peacebuilding Practitioner
Country of Origin
Uganda
Summary/About Me
Dinah Akallo is a dedicated gender and peacebuilding practitioner with 10 years of experience in supporting peacebuilding efforts and gender empowerment within families. She is a staunch feminist and women’s rights activist, currently serving as the Programme Officer in charge of Gender at the Uganda Joint Christian Council. Dinah’s career is driven by a passion for promoting gender equality and empowering communities through local peacebuilding approaches.
Areas of Expertise
- Gender Equality
- Peacebuilding
- Civil Society Engagement
- Feminist Advocacy
Professional Experience
- Programme Officer, Uganda Joint Christian Council: Dinah currently holds a pivotal role where she oversees gender-related programs and initiatives aimed at promoting peace and empowering women within the community.
- Gender and Peacebuilding Practitioner: She has worked extensively with Civil Society Organizations, focusing on integrating gender perspectives into peacebuilding efforts and supporting initiatives that prevent and respond to gender-based violence.
Key Initiatives
- Social Change Initiative: Dinah implemented a Social Change Initiative in Gulu, Uganda, focusing on designing measures to prevent, mitigate, and respond to Sexual Gender Based Violence (SGBV) using local peacebuilding approaches. Her initiative aimed to empower communities to address SGBV effectively and foster sustainable peace.
Skills
- Peace building Strategies
- Gender Mainstreaming
- Community Engagement
- Advocacy and Capacity Building
Dinah Akallo’s commitment to advancing gender equality and peacebuilding through grassroots initiatives in Uganda underscores her role as a leader in promoting social justice and empowering marginalized communities. Her work continues to make a meaningful impact in fostering inclusive and peaceful societies.