Administrative officer, Gender Specialist and Inclusion expert
Atuhairwe Agatha (Ugandan) is a vibrant 29 years old with multifaceted identities and living with a physical disability. Though living with disability, Agatha has built exemplary event management and administrative skills demonstrating her strong organization and attention to detail. She has also developed and reputation as a gender specialist and inclusion expert, using her position and expertise to promote equity and access through her experiences of inclusion and exclusion. With passion and determination, Agatha will continue to overcome barriers and inspire others through her impressive advocacy efforts and work.
Atuhairwe Agatha is a 29-year-old Ugandan expert in event management, administrative work, and gender specialization. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration and Management from Uganda Christian University (UCU), Mukono, Agatha has honed her skills in policy analysis, strategic planning, and community engagement. Living with a physical disability, she advocates for inclusivity and accessibility, leveraging her expertise to empower individuals and organizations. Through training, consulting, and advocacy, Agatha promotes gender equality, diversity, and social justice, inspiring positive change in Uganda and beyond
Gender Specialist:
Among the important functions of a Gender Specialist at Uganda Railways is the formulation and implementation of gender-sensitive strategies and policies that foster gender equality and promote the elimination of gender-based discrimination. This entails a commitment to ensuring fair practices within their workplace, developing training on gender mainstreaming, and supporting women's empowerment. In their work, the Gender Specialist carries out gender assessments, engages in data analysis, and proposes recommendations to create improve female participation and leadership opportunities at Uganda Railways. In addition, they will work with stakeholders to instill gender can, all programs and services at Uganda Railways to create an environment that advances diversity and inclusion.
Assistant Yard Master:
Among the primary functions of an Assistant Yard Master at Uganda Railways is the management of daily rail activities, optimizing the operation of the train yard, and managing train movements. This work entails monitoring the maintenance of locomotives and wagons, overseeing rail yard staff, and managing employee adherence to safety rules and procedures. The Assistant Yard Master is also responsible for optimizing the flow of rail traffic, facilitating both cargo handling and storage, and resolving operational challenges that may arise. Additionally, the Assistant Yardmaster maintains records, engages with safety-based approaches, managers different departments and carries out procedures to promote optimization, customer satisfaction, and revenue generation.
I am a specialist in disability inclusion all the way from Uganda and am very impressed with the ongoing work on disability awareness in Australia. It is encouraging to witness the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 in action, and the evident values that underpin them towards the empowerment of persons with disabilities. I've experienced, and been part of, the worthwhile impact of initiatives such as Disability Awareness Month and International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) so far, and I'm certain that these initiatives assist with stigma, creating an environment for inclusivity. In my work, I also see that Australia's Disability Strategy 2021-2031 addresses priority areas such as, accessible housing, health services and community participation. I am aware of the continuing need to cultural shift and inclusive practices. As an international advocate, I look forward to sharing my experience in disability advocacy in Uganda, and I am always keen to learn innovative practices from Australia to advance disability inclusion.
