Background:
Founded in 2019, WIENU emerged to address the challenges faced by workers in the informal economy. With Uganda’s informal sector contributing significantly to the national economy, WIENU plays a pivotal role in ensuring these workers’ voices are heard and their rights protected.
Our Mission:
To advocate for the rights of workers in informal Economy, foster sustainable livelihoods, and promote fair labor standards in Uganda.
Our Vision:
A Uganda where workers in informal Economy are organized, empowered, and recognized as key contributors to the economy and society.
Our Core Values:
- Inclusivity
- Empowerment
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Sustainability
WHAT WE DO
WIENU champions initiatives that uplift informal workers, including advocacy, capacity-building, and research. We focus on creating opportunities for workers to organize into unions or associations and collaborate with local authorities to address challenges in the informal economy.
WIENU AFFILIATIONS AND PARTNERS
