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ENHANCEMENT OF SOCIAL PROTECTION

Isingiro District Social Protection Coordination Committee in session
underscores Uganda’s commitment on local government systems individuals can access the support
to improving the well-being of and structures. In light of this, they require to overcome socio-
her citizens and fostering social the MGLSD identified the need economic challenges.
economic development. As the to develop a national capacity Implementation of the strategy
nation strives to achieve the development strategy for local will unfold through a multi-
middle-income status, social governments based on the faceted approach that involves
protection emerges as a critical Capacity Needs Mapping exercise close collaboration between
pillar in the developmental process. conducted in the West Nile region national and local government
The social protection in 2020. entities. District local governments
landscape in Uganda is evolving This strategy, focuses on the will develop tailored capacity
rapidly, marked by significant capacity needs of social protection strengthening plans, informed
policy advancements and the duty bearers with an aim of by the strategy’s guidelines and
implementation of various fortifying capabilities of local recommendations. Training
programmes aimed at supporting governments’ structures to deliver programs, resource mobilization
vulnerable populations. To advance on the social protection mandate. efforts, and performance review
this agenda and with support from The strategy will also serve as a mechanisms will be leveraged to
the UN World Food Programme guide to the design, coordination, ensure effective execution at the
(WFP), the Ministry of Gender, funding and delivery of capacity grassroots level.
Labour and Social Development, development interventions for The capacity building of local
under the Child Sensitive Social local governments to ensure governments yields far-reaching
Protection (CSSP) Programme has that social protection services benefits for Uganda as a whole,
developed the Social Protection reach those who need them enhancing efficiency and
Capacity Development Strategy most. By equipping district local effectiveness of social protection
for Local Governments. While governments with the necessary delivery. Stronger local governance
social protection is identified as tools, knowledge, and resources, structures translate into improved
a national function, delivery of the strategy seeks to create an service delivery, enhanced
social protection programmes enabling environment where community resilience, and greater
and services depends heavily social cohesion.
communities can thrive and

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