Programme participant in sewing class in Iraq. Photo: Women for Women International

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Women for Women International invests in the strength of women’s connections and community, even across distances. Our teams and participants are now using those connections to protect and support one another during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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We invest in the strength of women’s connections and community, even across distances. Our teams and participants are now using those connections to protect and support one another during the COVID-19 pandemic.

As the Coronavirus pandemic spreads across the world, we are hearing from our global colleagues about how the crisis is affecting them and the women they serve.

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Although Iraq is in lockdown our team continues to stay in touch with the women we serve. Shan, our Economic Empowerment Manager has been making calls and using social media to send women important news about health, government resources, and especially to make sure women know they aren’t alone.

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This March, mark International Women’s Day with our corporate partners by joining the sisterhood and supporting the women we serve – the impact of your support will extend far beyond one day.

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Working with men in Nigeria to combat domestic violence and promote equal relationships.

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Sylvia describes the impact of hand delivering a #MessageToMySister postcard to Fatima, a young woman from Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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In the midst of the January blues, who doesn't need a quick boost to face the new year with refreshed energy and positivity? To get your dose of motivation, we've put together your most loved #MondayMotivation quotes shared by amazing supporters like you, influential women and the brave women survivors of war.

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Today is #GivingTuesday, the world’s biggest day of giving! Celebrated in over 70 countries, #GivingTuesday is the perfect opportunity to support women living in some of the world’s most dangerous countries.

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