About Us

Gejja is a social enterprise, creating awareness about the vulnerable situation of women in Ugandan societies and empowering them to become economically independent, self-determined and able to stand up for their rights.

We are thrilled to introduce our empowering mission that focuses on transforming the lives of marginalized rural women and girls. At the core of our vision is the belief that economic independence, proper menstrual hygiene management, permaculture and regenerative agricultural practices, and gender mainstreaming are fundamental pillars for creating sustainable and thriving communities.

Through our various initiatives, we have impacted over 250000 lives of women and girls in recognizing the significance of menstrual hygiene management in promoting the health and dignity of women; we have embraced sustainable agricultural methods to enhance food security, protect the environment and improve livelihoods. And finally, we are aiming to challenge traditional gender norms, promote equal opportunities and create an inclusive environment where all can flourish.

At Gejja Women Foundation, we are part of a transformative journey to empower more women and girls, creating an impact on themselves, their environment, and their communities.

Welcome to our inspiring Mission

Our Philosophy
At Gejja Women, we believe that every woman regardless of her background has the power to rise, thrive, and transform her community. Our philosophy is built on four guiding pillars:
1. Dignity First: Every woman deserves respect, safe spaces, and opportunities to live with dignity, free from stigma or exclusion
2. Empowerment Through Action: True empowerment comes not from handouts but from skills, education, and opportunities that enable women to build sustainable livelihoods and lead
3. Community as strength: Change is stronger and more lasting when women uplift one another, working hand-in-hand to build inclusive, resilient communities
4. Resilience and innovation: We see challenges not as limitations, but as opportunities for creativity, growth, and collective transformation
We live by the belief that “When one woman rises, a community rises – Atuhurra Angella
Marjorie”

The challenge sections

How are we the Solution?

We are Gejja Women Foundation, we respond to the prevailing challenges in rural Uganda by empowering marginalized women and girls to become economically independent, strong, and self-determined leaders of change. We focus on economic, educational, and social empowerment as a fundamental driver of change.
We holistically empower marginalized girls and women in Mpigi District Uganda, in menstruation and menstrual hygiene, practicing permaculture, and creating women’s start-ups. Uganda has shown great effort in improving access to education, employment, and social services for its population. However, women and girls, making up more than half of the country’s population, are still lagging and face severe challenges every day with fundamental consequences on their future. We would like to see ourselves self-sustainable by 2030 thus we focus most on empowering women to start enterprises from their own passion.

Our biggest flagship program

The SAFE Girl Initiative which is a manufacturer of reusable sanitary pads, significantly improves the lives of our customers and beneficiaries by providing an eco-friendly, cost-effective, and hygienic menstrual hygiene solution. Our reusable pads offer comfort and leak protection, ensuring girls and women can engage in daily activities without interruptions. By eliminating the need for single-use products, we promote environmental sustainability. Additionally, our initiative empowers women with access to menstrual hygiene products, fostering their dignity, health, and overall well-being. Through this approach, we contribute to breaking taboos around menstruation and enhancing gender equality in the communities we serve.

Employing people with disabilities, especially women, under the Safe Girl initiative is essential for promoting inclusivity and diversity creating a more equitable and accessible work environment, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment for all employees. Our team with speech and hearing impairments brings unique perspectives and talents, enriching the creativity and problem-solving capabilities. We are committed to social responsibility and equal opportunities, challenging societal stereotypes and contributing to the broader goal of building a more inclusive and accepting society for people of all abilities.

Impact to-date (Since 2019)

Direct Impact
Men: 42,649
Women: 303,319
Total: 345,319

Indirect Impact
Knowingly: 344,968
Unknowingly: 1,379,848

Quote

“Amazing things can happen when women support other women”.

Vision

At the Gejja Women Foundation, we envision a generation of well-educated, economically independent and self-determined women and girls, who are in control over their own time,
body and life and stand up for their rights.
At the core of our vision is the belief that economic independence, proper menstrual hygiene management, permaculture and regenerative agricultural practices, and gender mainstreaming are fundamental pillars for creating sustainable and thriving communities.

Mission

We aim to holistically empower marginalized women and girls in rural Uganda through business development, educational support, training in sexual and reproductive health and gender mainstreaming.