Makerere University School of Women and Gender Studies

Makerere University School of Women and Gender Studies, CHUSS is a multidisciplinary academic unit t

Message from the Dean
Established in 1991, the School has grown into a vibrant institution with national and international outlook. In executing its mandate, the School of Women and Gender Studies works through a comprehensive strategy that includes teaching; research, publication and dissemination; outreach, networking and advocacy; and gender mainstreaming. The School seeks to contribute to deve

03/03/2026

As we celebrate International women's Day the Institute of Gender and Development studies has prepared a movie and dialogue please join us on 5th March 2026.lets have fun as we interact and enjoy the session

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02/03/2026

Congratulations to all our students upon this graduation! This milestone is a testament to your hard work, dedication, and brilliance. As you embark on this exciting new chapter, IGDS is incredibly proud of your achievements and cannot wait to see the amazing things you will accomplish next. Wishing you a bright and successful future.

07/04/2025

Big things are happening at Makerere this week. The Research and Innovations Week kicks off tomorrow 8th April 2025 at the Freedom Square ... and you won’t want to miss it.

The Vice Chancellor, Professor gives us a sneak peek into what’s coming... think groundbreaking discoveries, fresh ideas, and exciting chances for students, researchers, and industry movers to connect and shine.

08/03/2023

Come join us in a run Event this Saturday 11th March.The theme of the run is "Enhancing women and girls in ICT Skills"
Pick your Run Kit at a cost of 50,000 UGX from the School of Women and Gender Studies
The Proceeds from the run will go towards equipping ICT labs at the School of Women and Gender studies.Only Miss if you must.

27/02/2023

The school of Women and Gender Studies invites you to come Run as we enhance Women and Girls ICT skills.

28/11/2022

As we commemorate the , we stand with other players to Kick sexual harassment out of Higher Education Institutions in Uganda.

03/07/2022

Yesterday the Makerere University School of Women and Gender Studies was privileged to launch the Pan African network for Feminist, Gender and Women Studies scholars on the African continent. This is intended to provide a dedicated space/platform for African gender scholars to inspire, share, learn and energise each other. A resolution from the February International Conference on Gender Studies in Africa, it was great to have 157 participants sign up and 60 actually attend. We were privileged to have Prof. Amina Mama give key remarks at the launch and to have members make wonderful suggestions for the network's structure and next steps. We are looking forward to connecting with other networks, particularly from the global South. Makerere University

23/02/2022

Day one of the International Conference on Gender Studies in Africa was officiated by Her Excellency the Vice President of the Republic of Uganda, Jessica Alupo and graced by the Vice Chancellor Makerere University Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe the Chairperson Council, Mrs Lorna Magara.

A very inciting Keynote address by Prof. Amina Mama
Here is day 1 in pictures: