Development Network of Indigenous Voluntary Associations (DENIVA) Information

The Development Network of Indigenous Voluntary Associations (DENIVA) is a legally constituted network of non-governmental and community based organizations (NGOs/CBOs). It provides a platform for collective reflection, action and voice to voluntary local associations to strongly advocate the creation of more opportunities for the citizens and civil society organizations’ (CSOs) participation in the development of Uganda. DENIVA was founded in February 1988 by a group of visionary leaders from 21 NGOs who recognized that the scattered effort by voluntary local associations needed to be marshalled for a collective voice that could lead to a better development impact. DENIVA has since grown into a large national network with over 700 members who are located in several regions of the country. Our Vision A vibrant civil society promoting accountability and responsiveness for sustainable development Our Mission To build a strong network of indigenous voluntary associations through capacity building, linkages and networking to influence policies for sustainable people-centred development. Our Target Groups DENIVA’s primary target groups are MOs that form DENIVA’s constituency and provide the network with initial legitimacy. Other target groups include the district NGO networks, other civil society organizations (at local, national and international levels), Government, donors at all levels, private sector, institutions of learning and research, inter-governmental and multilateral agencies.