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SOCIAL PROTECTION MONTH 2024

Prof. Pamela Mbabazi, Chairperson National Planning Authority Hon. Flavia Kabahenda Rwabuhoro, Chairperson, Uganda
speaking at the dialogue Parliamentary Forum on Social Protection

Kenya’s successful implementation of cash transfer 1. Strengthening Advocacy: UPFSP will continue its
programmes and highlighted the value of a lifecycle relentless advocacy to maintain social protection as a
approach in addressing poverty and vulnerability. priority in Uganda’s national agenda.
2. Enhancing Collaboration: The Forum will foster
Key Documents Launched: partnerships among policymakers, civil society, and
• State of Social Protection Report - An annual report development partners to expand and improve social
assessing Uganda’s progress in social protection. protection programs.
• Social Protection Investment Case - A document 3. Expanding Program Reach: Efforts to scale up
demonstrating the economic benefits of investing in initiatives like the Senior Citizens Grant and child-
social protection. and gender-focused programs will continue, aiming
• National Social Protection Strategy - A strategic to uplift vulnerable groups and reduce poverty.
roadmap for implementing and expanding social 4. Aligning with National Goals: UPFSP remains
protection initiatives in Uganda. dedicated to the vision set forth in Vision 2040
and National Development Plan III, seeing social
protection as an essential investment in Uganda’s
Remarks by Hon Flavia Kabahenda future prosperity
Rwabuhoro.
The Chairperson of the Uganda Parliamentary Forum
on Social Protection (UPFSP) expresses appreciation for Way Forward
the dedication shown by all stakeholders in advancing The dialogue and indeed the Social Protection Month
social protection in Uganda. The second Social Protection 2024 concluded with a strong consensus on building a
Month highlights both our achievements and ongoing shock-responsive, inclusive social protection system in
efforts to build a stronger, more inclusive social protection Uganda. This included commitments to:
system. • Develop a social register for targeted support.
The Chairperson reiterated the collective mission • Secure increased budget allocations for social
aligned with Uganda’s Vision 2040, emphasizing that protection.
social protection is fundamental to human capital • Foster inter-ministerial coordination.
development and economic resilience. This commitment • Advocate for policies that sustain long-term
goes beyond charity; it is about ensuring the dignity and investment in social protection.
rights of all Ugandans.
Commitments from the Chairperson of UPFSP

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