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Worldwide, 1 in 3 women worldwide has experienced physical and/or sexual violence in their lifetime. This number hasn’t changed in 10 years.

COVID-19 has led to the first rise in extreme poverty in a generation, pushing 47 million women and girls into extreme poverty. Women in conflict-affected countries are most likely to be at the bottom of the economic pyramid. But we can't lose hope.

OSKIA and Temperley London have come together to help celebrate some love and joy with a ‘LOVE’ Massage Candle in aid of women survivors of war. Learn more about what the collaboration means to our Ambassador Alice Temperley and OSKIA founder Georgie Cleeve.

Through the Conflict Response Fund, we are embarking on a mission to reach women and adolescent girls in Northern Rakhine State, Myanmar. Learn more about our project objectives and how you can offer your support.

Our commitment to supporting communities in Afghanistan remains, with the ultimate goal of continuing operations locally and supporting as many women as possible.

Throughout Nigeria, the number of people being kidnapped has risen dramatically in recent months. Learn about the factors leading to this and our continued commitment to women in Nigeria amidst changing circumstances.

For millions of women in conflict-affected countries, starting a business is a necessity, not a choice. Our DRC team recently spoke to a number of women taking part in the training about how it has impacted their businesses and lives.

As the Syrian civil war enters its tenth year, women and children continue to be hit the hardest. Learn how we partnered with local organisation with Women Now for Development to launch a training programme to support internally displaced women in Idlib, Syria.

Our feminist summer reading list is here! Take your first step towards healing the world with a summer reading list that expands your horizons and ignites your passion for change.

On 9th July, we celebrate South Sudan Independence Day. Programme participants in South Sudan have impacted everyone in their lives, maximizing their power and creating a ripple effect throughout their nation. In honour of this day, we are highlighting Nema, a brave woman who completed our programme in Jansuk, South Sudan. 

In May 2021, the UK Government announced that it was making substantial cuts to UK Aid. This included cuts to Women for Women International’s own programming in Afghanistan and Nigeria. Since then, we have been working with others to raise awareness of the impact of the cuts, promote transparency and hold the UK Government accountable.

A true member of our global sisterhood, Lootie is currently running around the world in support of the women we serve. In this blog, she shares the reason behind her support and journey and some useful training tips for our #SheInspiresMe Squad.