Kampala, Uganda — The Uganda Refugee Response: Livelihoods and Resilience dashboard for Quarter 1 2026 was published on 12 June 2026, providing a detailed look into the ongoing projects and achievements in the Livelihoods and Resilience Sector Working Group (LRSWG).
The meeting minutes from the 15th July 2026 highlight discussions on progress, the World Food Programme (WFP) Self-Reliance Model (SRM), and private sector engagement in agriculture.
The LRSWG, focused on enhancing coordination and operational effectiveness of livelihood programming in Uganda, particularly concerning refugees, convened on 15 April 2026.
The meeting aimed to provide an overview of ongoing livelihood projects, address potential duplication of efforts, review Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) status, and discuss the impact of livelihood interventions on self-reliance and resilience.
The dashboard from Quarter 1 2026 indicates that partners include the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and World Vision, suggesting a collaborative approach to livelihoods and resilience programming.
The meeting minutes suggest ongoing discussions and reviews of the impact of livelihood interventions on both refugee and host community self — reliance and resilience, which may reflect different viewpoints on the effectiveness of current strategies.
The WFP’s Self-Reliance Model (SRM) was a key topic of discussion. It promotes income diversification and alternative livelihoods, as well as digital financial inclusion. Private sector engagement in agriculture was also presented at the meeting.
This engagement is crucial for fostering economic growth and resilience within both refugee and host communities.
The LRSWG recognized the importance of leveraging private sector involvement to enhance the sustainability of livelihood projects. While the LRSWG has made significant strides in coordinating efforts and enhancing operational effectiveness, challenges remain.
The meeting minutes reflect a focus on progress on action points from previous meetings, indicating the need for continuous evaluation and adaptation of strategies to ensure the most effective outcomes.
The LRSWG’s efforts are part of a broader approach to addressing the needs of refugees in Uganda.
The collaboration between UNHCR, World Vision, and other partners underscores the importance of a unified and comprehensive approach to livelihoods and resilience programming.
The Quarter 1 2026 dashboard and the subsequent meeting minutes provide valuable insights into the ongoing efforts to enhance the livelihoods and resilience of refugees and host communities in Uganda.
As the LRSWG continues its work, it is essential to monitor progress and adapt strategies as needed to address the evolving needs of these communities. Kampala, Uganda – The Uganda Refugee Response: Livelihoods and Resilience dashboard for Quarter 1 2026 was published on 12 June 2026, providing a detailed look into the ongoing projects and achievements in the Livelihoods and Resilience Sector Working Group (LRSWG).
The meeting minutes from the 15th July 2026 highlight discussions on progress, the World Food Programme (WFP) Self-Reliance Model (SRM), and private sector engagement in agriculture.
The LRSWG, focused on enhancing coordination and operational effectiveness of livelihood programming in Uganda, particularly concerning refugees, convened on 15 April 2026.
The meeting aimed to provide an overview of ongoing livelihood projects, address potential duplication of efforts, review Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) status, and discuss the impact of livelihood interventions on self-reliance and resilience.
The dashboard from Quarter 1 2026 indicates that partners include the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and World Vision, suggesting a collaborative approach to livelihoods and resilience programming.
The meeting minutes suggest ongoing discussions and reviews of the impact of livelihood interventions on both refugee and host community self — reliance and resilience, which may reflect different viewpoints on the effectiveness of current strategies.
The WFP’s Self-Reliance Model (SRM) was a key topic of discussion.
It promotes income diversification and alternative livelihoods, as well as digital financial inclusion. Private sector engagement in agriculture was also presented at the meeting.
This engagement is crucial for fostering economic growth and resilience within both refugee and host communities.
The LRSWG recognized the importance of leveraging private sector involvement to enhance the sustainability of livelihood projects. While the LRSWG has made significant strides in coordinating efforts and enhancing operational effectiveness, challenges remain.
The meeting minutes reflect a focus on progress on action points from previous meetings, indicating the need for continuous evaluation and adaptation of strategies to ensure the most effective outcomes.
The LRSWG’s efforts are part of a broader approach to addressing the needs of refugees in Uganda.
The collaboration between UNHCR, World Vision, and other partners underscores the importance of a unified and comprehensive approach to livelihoods and resilience programming.
The Quarter 1 2026 dashboard and the subsequent meeting minutes provide valuable insights into the ongoing efforts to enhance the livelihoods and resilience of refugees and host communities in Uganda.
As the LRSWG continues its work, it is essential to monitor progress and adapt strategies as needed to address the evolving needs of these communities.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 4*
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This original article was produced by the ImNews editorial team
Source: reliefweb
Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees
