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The Alliance For Women and Girls is a regional non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls by providing support to social entrepreneurs and organisations advancing issues affecting women and girls in Africa.
The Alliance for Women and Girls (AFWAG) is a collective movement composed of independent organisations that are united in their commitment to achieving gender equality and empowering women and girls in Africa, particularly in low to middle-income contexts. We believe we are more effective in achieving our objectives when we work together.
By joining AFWAG, you will become a part of – and strengthen – the efforts towards achieving the ultimate dream of an equitable world where every woman and girl in Africa can lead a life free from discrimination, violence, and poverty.
How to Join
Are you a dedicated organisation striving to make a meaningful impact on the lives of women and girls throughout Africa?
Do you ever find yourself grappling with challenges such as burnout, feelings of isolation, or difficulties in securing funding? Are you eager to broaden your network and forge valuable connections within your community?
If any of these resonate with you, we invite you to join the Alliance for Women and Girls.
Join Our Network
By joining the AFWAG Network, you become part of a movement that is not just a network but a catalyst for empowerment and amplification of efforts towards gender equity.
Our mission is to foster a network of organisations and individuals dedicated to forging a just and promising future for African women and girls. We invest in the long-term potential of the leaders and social enterprises at the forefront of advancing gender equity in Africa.
Why Join Us?
By joining the Alliance for Women and Girls, you are taking a crucial step towards amplifying your impact and being a part of a global movement dedicated to creating a brighter, more equitable future for women and girls across Africa. We look forward to welcoming you into our community and working together to achieve our shared vision.
Criteria for Organisational Membership
To ensure that our members are not only aligned in vision but also action, the following criteria have been set. Members of the AFWAG Network should:
- Actively tackle gender issues in Africa’s low to middle-income areas, showing a clear understanding of how their initiatives result in positive changes for women and girls’ equity.
- Legally registered in their country of operation.
- Have been actively running their initiative for at least 6 months.
- Committed to transparency, accountability, and good governance in their work to drive gender equity on the African continent.
- Positively and constructively engaging with other members, as well as governments and other relevant actors at a local, national, and global level.
- Embody and resonate with AFWAG’s core values, ensuring these principles are
- transparently reflected in their actions, projects, and initiatives.
- Commit to upholding the Safeguarding Standards for AFWAG network members
Ready to empower change and amplify your impact? Join the AFWAG Network today!
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