THE SITUATION IN SUDAN IS DIRE
As they fight to survive, women caught in Sudan's conflict face hunger, sexual violence and depleting resources. Donate now to provide crucial support including food, cash, hygiene kits, health care services and psychosocial support to these women through our local partners.
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Women for Women International helps women survivors of war rebuild their lives
553,437 women survivors of war reached in 17 conflict-affected countries
1 in 3 women experience sexual or physical violence in their lifetime
85p of every £1 we raise supports women survivors of war
How you can help
Fundraise with us
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By fundraising for Women for Women International, you can make a real difference for women survivors of war. Your efforts will help women in our programmes to rebuild their lives and inspire hope for the future.
Make a donation
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Give a one-off gift or set up a monthly donation to support women survivors of war and conflict to rebuild their lives.
Become a corporate partner
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Learn more about how you can join the range of companies and businesses committed to transforming the lives of women survivors of war.
#SheInspiresMe Car Boot Sale 2024
Tickets now live!
On Saturday, 18th May, we'll be taking over two floors of Selfridges car park in London, filling the space with vintage, past-season and pre-loved designer fashion, all at incredible prices! 100% of the proceeds will go towards our work supporting women survivors of war, so don't miss out! Get your ticket now and join us for a fabulous day of guilt-free shopping!
Stand With Her
Support and receive a tote bag
For as little as 40p a day, you can stand with women survivors of war as they gain the knowledge, skills and support they need to rebuild their lives.
Register today as a sister supporter to receive a limited edition #SheDares tote bag, handmade by our programme participants in Rwanda – or join our new classroom tier and get our classic tote.
Meet Madlien
I DARE TO RAISE PALESTINIAN VOICES
"I don't know if I can't sleep because of fear, cold, grief, or the nonstop noise of the drones. My house is gone. My extended family is gone. I lost everything I had. I look at myself now, and I can't recognise me anymore. But I need to be strong and keep using my voice and strength to be alive and tell the world what is happening to us. My name is Madlien, and I dare to elevate the voices of Palestinian women."
Read Madlien's story and learn about the impact of war on women in Palestine.
30 YEARS SINCE THE GENOCIDE IN RWANDA
A STORY OF HOPE AND FORGIVENESS
7th April 2024 marks 30 years since the genocide in Rwanda. Kakuze Marie Emerance, a survivor and now a trainer at our Women's Opportunity Centre shares her story, from the tragedy of the genocide to forgiveness and reconciliation.
Meet courageous women from countries affected by conflict
Sohaila
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"Culturally, as a widow, it was expected of me to withdraw from public life and rely on the support of my extended family. However, I was determined to take a different path to provide for my children."
Read Sohaila's story of strength and defiance.
Marie Jeanne
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The involvement of women in decision-making processes is essential for a balanced and equitable society. However, men are in control of the processes in Marie Jeanne’s community. Read about how she has fought for women’s voices to be heard in community gatherings, and dared to challenge other injustices too. #SheDares to speak up on behalf of all the women in her community.
Mariam
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Mariam* has been working with us to document the deteriorating situation in Gaza. While living through the horrors of war herself, she dares to lift the stories of other Palestinian women.
EMERGENCY SUPPORT FOR PALESTINE
As the situation in Gaza deteriorates, women and their families are in dire need of life-saving essentials. Help provide winter clothes, blankets, hot meals and trauma-informed counselling.
Blogs and updates
Women's History Month Book List
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Feed your mind this Women's History Month with books from women writers. Their powerful words and stories honour women throughout history and across the globe - their lives, experiences and courage to drive change.
8 March 2024 | Sky News
Payvand, Country Director of Women for Women International-Afghanistan, says there is a sense of 'deep sadness in the air' in Afghanistan, as millions of women live behind closed doors. Hear from her, our partner Anna Orel from the Andreiev Family Foundation in Ukraine and programme graduate, Suzan, in South Sudan.
27 February 2024 | TNM
Iryna Andreeva, Director of our partner organisation, The Andreev Family Foundation, reflected on two years of war in Ukraine. She spoke to TNM about how her charity is responding to the impact of violence on women at the hands of Russian soldiers by offering counselling to victims of conflict-related sexual violence. Warning: This article contains descriptions of sexual violence.
Learn more
Our Story
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Since our origins during the Bosnian War in 1993, Women for Women International has reached 553,437 marginalised women in 14 conflict-affected countries.
Why women in conflict
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When war and insecurity take hold, women bear the heaviest burden of violence, poverty and inequality. Learn more about why supporting women survivors of war is so important.
Stories
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Read the stories of the incredible women survivors of war that Women for Women International supports.