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    Women Empowerment and Community Development. A Case Study in Department of Gender and Community Development Kampala City Council Authority, Nakawa Division
    (Uganda Christian University, 2024-09-03) Shallon Nimusiima
    This study investigated the roles of women empowerment on skill development in Nakawa Division, Kampala. The general objective was to assess how women empowerment influenced skill acquisition and development within the division. The specific objectives included evaluating the extent of women’s empowerment, examining the available empowerment programs, and understanding how these programs contributed to skill development. Both quantitative and qualitative data were combined in a mixed-methods study strategy. A representative sample of women beneficiaries enrolled in these skills development programs were asked structured questions to gather data on their health status, healthcare access, and skill outcomes. To gain a better understanding of the experiences and difficulties faced by women, in-depth interviews and focus groups were conducted with program participants, medical practitioners, and the leaders of the skill education programs. The purpose of this study's descriptive design was to clarify the issues surrounding women's empowerment and skill development. The results showed that the various types of empowerment provided by the Nakawa Division's current initiatives for women had a substantial impact on the development of their skills. Positive developments were noticed in terms of social support, economic opportunity, and healthcare. The study's possible limitations were sample bias, social desirability bias, and limited data gathering tools. Despite these numerous constraints, the findings provided valuable insights into the effectiveness of empowerment programs and skill development. The research was intended to serve as a foundation for the implementation of specific strategies and policies targeted at improving women's empowerment and skill development as part of larger gender equality and sustainable development initiatives in Nakawa Division. In order to increase women's skills and well-being, the study emphasized the significance of combining health and empowerment programs. It also provided recommendations for researchers, practitioners, and politicians who are interested in furthering gender-responsive development initiatives.