Ideally, trans led organizations should be at the forefront advocating for policy and legal reforms and the implementation of programs that address the gaps in an archaic system that doesn’t respond to the unique needs of the trans population but inadequate capacity to implement edge cutting changing projects for community transformation has hindered progress as well.
Although, health data, including HIV prevalence data in Uganda for trans and gender diverse people is limited, it is clear transgender people remain severely under served in the health care system including in the national HIV response.
Additionally, access to gender-affirming therapy which is integral part of primary care for many transgender people is non-existent even in the private sector leaving many trans persons to self-medicate with products which is not safe.
TNU believes that empowered and well-coordinated organizations of trans and gender diverse persons are best positioned to lead the process of trans community empowerment.
Vision:
A society where trans and gender diverse persons fully enjoy their rights and have unhindered access to basic services.
Mission:
To facilitate coordination and collaboration among trans and gender diverse organizations and enhance their capacity to collectively advocate for human rights and access to basic services.