Empowering Communities

Fostering social change through education, advocacy, and capacity building.

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Advocating for Equality

Championing human rights and social justice across communities.

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Driving Sustainable Change

Building a future where every voice is heard and every right is protected.

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Our Mission

The Elgon Centre for Empowerment Network (ECEN) is committed to empowering marginalized and underserved communities through education, advocacy, and capacity-building. We strive to create lasting social change, foster equality, and drive sustainable development.

Our Core Values

Gender Sensitivity

ECEN upholds the principle of gender sensitivity in all of its programs, recognizing that gender inequality often hinders progress. We ensure our initiatives address the specific needs of women, girls, and other gender minorities.

Equality and Justice

At the heart of ECEN's mission is the promotion of equality and social justice. We are committed to addressing systemic inequities and ensuring fundamental rights for all.

Partnership and Collaboration

We recognize that sustainable change is achieved through collective action, collaborating with communities, government agencies, and international organizations.

Respect for Women's Rights

ECEN advocates for women's rights and believes that achieving gender equality is central to societal well-being, promoting protection and advancement in all spheres of life.

Integrity

Integrity is our cornerstone. We maintain transparency, honesty, and accountability in all actions, adhering to high ethical standards in our dealings.

Professionalism

We maintain high standards of competence and accountability, continually investing in professional development to serve effectively and ethically.

Our Areas of Focus

Child Protection

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Child Protection

ECEN is dedicated to the protection of children from all forms of abuse, exploitation, and neglect. Through awareness campaigns, advocacy, and direct interventions, the organization works to ensure that children grow up in safe, supportive environments.

GBV Prevention and Response

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GBV Prevention and Response

Gender-based violence is a significant focus area for ECEN. The organization works on both prevention and response efforts by educating communities about the harmful effects of GBV and providing support services for survivors.

Governance and Social Justice

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Governance and Social Justice

ECEN actively engages in promoting good governance and social justice, advocating for policies that ensure transparency, accountability, and equality.

HRDs Safeguards

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HRDs Safeguards

ECEN places a strong emphasis on protecting human rights defenders who work on the front lines of social justice, providing legal protection, psychosocial support, and safe spaces.

Child Protection

ECEN is dedicated to the protection of children from all forms of abuse, exploitation, and neglect. Through awareness campaigns, advocacy, and direct interventions, the organization works to ensure that children grow up in safe, supportive environments.

GBV Prevention and Response

Gender-based violence is a significant focus area for ECEN. The organization works on both prevention and response efforts by educating communities about the harmful effects of GBV and providing support services for survivors.

Governance and Social Justice

ECEN actively engages in promoting good governance and social justice, advocating for policies that ensure transparency, accountability, and equality.

HRDs Safeguards

ECEN places a strong emphasis on protecting human rights defenders who work on the front lines of social justice, providing legal protection, psychosocial support, and safe spaces.

Child Protection

ECEN is dedicated to the protection of children from all forms of abuse, exploitation, and neglect.