Equal Opportunities Commission

The Commission is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all. We are dedicated to ensure that everyone has access to equal opportunities in education, service delivery etc. To report any cases of discrimination or to seek assistance, call our toll-free line: 0800-100-440

🎙️📰 Empowering the Press for Human Rights! In partnership with the @EOC_UG, our Business and Human Rights Project is equipping 40 journalists and communication officers with the tools to report boldly and ethically on Business and Human Rights. When the media understands the…

📌 Decision Notice 📌 The Commission Tribunal is scheduled to deliver its ruling on a case filed by various health professionals against the Attorney General. #EqualOpportunitiesForAll

Hon. Sseruwagi Habbibu, Member of the Commission, emphasized in his closing remarks that validation is more than a procedural step, it is a critical platform for dialogue, accountability and collective action. He also urged all stakeholders to translate insights into tangible…

A representative from Cross Cultural Foundation of Uganda (@CCFU_NGO), praised the inclusion of Indigenous Minority Groups (IMGs) in the National Development Plan (NDP) and national census for the first time calling it a milestone. However, She emphasized that many IMGs, like the…

A representative from the Ministry of Education and Sports welcomed the findings of the report, emphasizing the Ministry’s commitment to improving access, availability, acceptability and quality of education across all communities, including ethnic minorities. “We are here to…

Mr. Mugudya, a representative from the Rwenzori region, drew attention to the persistent challenges faced by ethnic minority groups, particularly the Batwa community. He acknowledged the role of civil society organizations such as the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU),…

Mrs. Isabirye Petua, Principal Education and Training Officer at the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC), presented a report on advancing the rights of ethnic minorities in Uganda. The study highlights how ethnic minorities continue to face systematic exclusion from education…

Happening Now! The Equal Opportunities Commission is conducting a validation session for the report on Ethnic Minorities in Uganda, under the theme: "A Study on Access to Education and Healthcare Services." The event is taking place at our head offices, Kingdom Kampala.…

#HappeningNow A validation of the report on human rights violations in accessing HIV, TB, & malaria services at @EOC_UG. #EndHIV

Mr. Kennedy from the Uganda Network of AIDS Service Organizations (@UNASO18) raised concern over the exclusion of civil society and disability-focused groups from the implementation of Global Fund programs, despite their input during the proposal phase. He called for affirmative…

Happening Now: The Equal Opportunities Commission is holding a validation session for the report on human rights violations in accessing HIV, TB and Malaria services. The event is taking place at our Head Offices, Kingdom Kampala. #EqualOpportunitiesForAll

Today, the Equal Opportunities Commission held a stakeholder engagement focused on reviewing the legal and policy frameworks surrounding the expulsion of pregnant girls from school. During the engagement, the Vice Chairperson, Mr. Joel Cox Ojuko, stressed the importance of…

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Upholding the Right to Education for All: "Ending Discriminatory Practices Against Pregnant Learners" x.com/i/spaces/1OyJA…

Hon. Safia Nalule Jjuuko, Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission, delivered closing remarks at the inception meeting of A People's Pension Phase 2 Project held at Protea Hotel. She applauded H.E. President @KagutaMuseveni for establishing support funds aimed at…

The inception meeting for "A People’s Pension – Phase II" project closes on a high note with a powerful call to action from the Chairperson of the @EOC_UG: “We will work with you to ensure that the vision for a Social Protection Act is realized sooner than planned. When social…

EOC CONVENES A HIGH-LEVEL DIAOGUE ON CONSOLIDATING GENDER AND EQUITY OPPORTUNITIES IN THE 2025/26 BUDGET x.com/i/spaces/1mrGm…

Happening Now! The Equal Opportunities Commission convenes a high-level dialogue on consolidating Gender and Equity Opportunities in the 2025/26 budget. @settsam @JuliusMukunda JOIN US! 👇👇👇 x.com/i/spaces/1mrGm…