Our Mission
AFWAG is Africa’s connective tissue for gender equity, creating the conditions for leaders and organisations to work together, build durable systems and shift power to those closest to the problems.
Our Vision
A thriving pan-African gender equity movement where grassroots leaders hold power, organisations endure, and collective intelligence flows freely, shaping lasting change led by Africans, for a just world for every woman and girl.
Our Core Values
Interdependency
We are all in this together. Our strength comes from supporting and challenging each other, seeking solutions that fortify us all.
Courage
We stand up for our convictions and objectives, not just in words, but in action. We embolden our partners to voice their perspectives, shake up the status quo, and fuel innovation and change.
Ubuntu
Humaneness, compassion, and community are at the core of our actions. Our strength lies in our unity, in the collective spirit of serving others and making a positive ripple effect on individuals and communities.
Impact Driven
We are committed to making a real difference. With our sights set on advancing the cause of women and girls, we ensure our work leaves a powerful, irrefutable and tangible mark of positive change.
Equity
We champion social justice and inclusivity, recognizing and addressing the disparities ingrained in societal, economic, and systemic inequalities among individuals, groups, and organisations.
Sense of Possibility
We are devoted to the immense potential of all women and girls. Armed with courage, boldness, urgency, and perseverance, we chase transformative impact.
