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We envision a society where marginalized communities are recognized and afforded the same rights as other Ugandan citizens.
Rainbow Shadows Uganda (RSU) is a community-based organisation that works to support and empower LGBTIQ+ people and sex workers through rights advocacy, health access, psychosocial support, and community organising
Our mission is to empower these communities across Uganda and work toward the realization of their human rights, dignity, and wellbeing.
“Being LGBT+ is un-African or a Western influence.”
Despite hostility, LGBT+ communities in Uganda are organized and resilient.
Sexual orientation and gender identity are part of human diversity and are not imported or foreign to Uganda.
LGBT+ people exist in every part of Uganda and across all cultures and religions.
LGBT+ people in Uganda face legal, social, and economic discrimination
50+ Organisations standing together to end Missinformation and Disinformation against LGBT+ Ugandans
Sustainable and Resilient social groups are the foundation of lasting social justice, community well being, and democratic participation.
