Gafidyn Rae Wesonga Email & Phone Number

Gafidyn Rae Wesonga, is a trailblazing rural transgender woman weaving resilience and passion into her work as a professional, trans rights activist, and LGBTQ+ community organizer in Uganda. With degrees in medicine and surgery (MB. ChB) from Makerere University, she blends her medical expertise and acuity with her fierce intersectional advocacy for SOGIESC rights and climate justice, conducting groundbreaking research to drive change. Gafidyn is not just an advocate; she's a force of transformation, employing a transformative eco-feminist lens to bridge gender disparities for all gender diversities. Her intricate intersectionality of climate issues with human rights and dignity, drives her to advocate tirelessly for inclusive solutions that uplift marginalized communities. With unwavering dedication, she amplifies the voices of those most affected by environmental injustice, weaving empathy, empowerment, and hope into every endeavor. Gafidyn Rae Wesonga is not just a changemaker; she's a beacon of courage, compassion, and resilience, lighting the path towards a more just and sustainable future for all.Gafidyn is the Founder and Executive Director of ITWAM-Uganda, a rural transgender woman eco-feminist youth led nonprofit organization. She serves on the Board of Directors of Tranz Network Uganda—a network of TGNC led organizations in Uganda. Additionally, she serves on the Uganda Youth Sounding Board for the MFA of Denmark in Uganda (The Royal Danish Embassy in Uganda). She is a member of the CYGEN, GYBN and various international networks working towards youth participation and gender issues.As a medical doctor, Gafidyn's mental acuity navigates complex problem-solving, focusing on assisting others and promoting learning. Her impactful work with Rhiza Collective and Fire that Fuels Uganda, in partnership with New York University, contributes to mental health interventions for Human Rights Defenders and LGBTQI individuals in Uganda and around the world. A USAID/CSSA GUIDE Fellow and a CIVICUS World Alliance Associate Member, Gafidyn amplifies her influence for positive social change through strengthening citizen action.