Celebrating Empowerment: UIA hosts Women In Insurance (WIN) End-Of-Year Meet & Greet

13th, Dec 2024 Share This

In support for gender inclusivity and empowerment in the insurance sector, the Uganda Insurer’s Association (UIA), hosted the Women in Insurance - Uganda (WIN) End-of-Year Meet & Greet at the UIA Office Gardens. The event marked a pivotal moment to reflect on the achievements of WIN and reaffirm commitments to fostering a more equitable industry.

Our Human Resource Manager, Marion Violet Kusoniwa, represented our CEO, Jonan Kisakye and made insightful remarks reaffirming UIA’s unwavering support for WIN and its mission to empower women in the insurance industry. Marion emphasized that WIN aligns seamlessly with UIA’s strategic objective of creating a meaningful and transformative impact within the sector. She also lauded the remarkable leadership of WIN over the past five years whose dedication and vision that have been instrumental in advancing gender equity in the industry. Marion concluded with a strong pledge of continued collaboration between UIA and WIN that is aimed at fostering growth and inclusivity in insurance.

UIA's Human Resource Manager, Marion Violet Kusoniwa speaking during the event

Hajjat Aphwa Kawaase Sebyala, the President of WIN, echoed Marion’s sentiments by acknowledging the incredible women whose contributions have significantly shaped the industry. She praised their relentless efforts in identifying and addressing gender-specific challenges that have historically hindered women from ascending to leadership positions. Hajjat Sebyala’s speech highlighted the strides made in empowering women and fostering a culture of inclusivity and innovation in the insurance industry.

WIN's President, Hajjat Aphwa Kawaase Sebyala delivers her speech at the Meet & Greet

The President of WIN also unveiled plans for the "WIN at 5" celebration, set to take place on February 20, 2025. This milestone event promises to be a testament to the progress made and an inspiration for continued efforts towards gender equity and professional excellence in the insurance industry.

The Women In Insurance - Uganda End-of-Year Meet & Greet reinforced the collective resolve to build a future where women thrive as leaders and innovators within the insurance sector. As WIN approaches its fifth anniversary, the Uganda Insurers Association remains steadfast in its commitment to championing inclusivity and empowering women to achieve their full potential. Together with WIN, we seek to shape an insurance industry where everyone can contribute and succeed without limitations.