WENDA is a regional Association of Local Governments, Private Sector and Civil Society apex actors Integrated and Coordinated for regional Peace and development. The Association has been evolving since 1993 for over 31 years now From MAN, MDA to WENDA The association has had 4 successful peaceful Council Leadership Transitions in the last 20 years!
Years Now
WENDA aims to create a stable and prosperous environment. These strategies are geared toward achieving long-term progress in areas like infrastructure, education, healthcare, and economic development, ensuring that West Nile continues to thrive and overcome challenges
A prosperous and peaceful people of West Nile Region
To promote sustainable development and peaceful coexistence through empowerment of development actors
To Impact lives and the development of the region through creating regional synergies and relationships for effective coordination of programmes and Activities
To Make Our Region Competitive For Trade And Investment Opportunities
To Preserve The Unity Of The People Of WestNile.
To Contribute To Sustainable Regional Development And Peace
To Be a Space For Knowledge Generation, Exchange And Management
WENDA has been instrumental in uniting local governments across the West Nile region. Their support in peacebuilding and development has not only improved security but has also strengthened our capacity to address challenges collaboratively. Through WENDA's leadership, we’ve seen increased community engagement and progress in essential areas like infrastructure and healthcare.
Local Government Official
Working with WENDA has given us a platform to advocate for the needs of our community. They’ve helped bridge the gap between local governments, the private sector, and civil society, creating a sense of unity and shared purpose. Because of WENDA's efforts, we’re seeing sustainable development that truly benefits all.
Civil Society Member
Before WENDA, there were few avenues for addressing community concerns. Now, we feel heard and supported. Their peace initiatives have made our region safer, and their development projects have provided job opportunities and improved our quality of life. I’m grateful for the positive changes they’ve brought to our community.
Community Resident
RED Project, we are co creating E coordination platform for the Natural Resources and Environment Committees
Organized Quarterly Regional Engagement Forums as feedback and accountability mechanism to Localize the Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework with support from VNGI
Consolidated peace by curbing Small Arms and Light Weapons Proliferation in the region Implemented Peace Education Programs for Youths, Ex combatants and Cultural leaders in the region
Roads Advocate for tarmacking of Karuma Arua Vura Oraba roard Adjumani Moyo Yumbe Koboko Road bridges (Laropi and Pakwach), Upgrading of Arua airport and Electricity