"I am deeply honored and excited to assume this new and challenging role at such a critical time in the fight against …"

"I see myself as a role model for other Ugandan women."

"People often believed my life was perfect—I had a husband, a successful career, financial stability, and my children …"

"My hope is that others will find the courage to stand up against the violence that exists in so many of our homes, ye…"

"Even male ministers and MPs have started approaching me to discuss the challenges they face in their homes."

"I’m pleased, though somewhat surprised, by how many people are thinking and talking about these issues."

"I decided to speak out about my own experience of abuse for the sake of children. "I didn’t want my daughters to grow…"

"In the end, I felt sorry for those women," "Some even came to me for help. I didn’t feel humiliated because by then, …"

"I suppose it was that day that convinced me I should enter politics and speak out against the violence that was so pr…"

"I’ve been accused of having an affair with the president, among other things. They claim I only have my job because I…"