Advance women's rights

Women's economic rights are continuously violated, and their economic worth remains misunderstood, despite the fact that they produce most of the region’s foodstuffs. Rural women keep facing numerous barriers preventing them from fulfilling their potential as farmers and entrepreneurs.

Women’s uphill battle starts at an early age when too many girls are kept out of school due to poverty, insecurity, early marriages and pregnancies. Violence against women and young girls is persisting and it is one of the main causes of death or serious injury among those aged between 19 and 44.

This is why we help women become full and equal members in their communities and societies and influence others to respect that through our Enough! campaign. We support women to take control of their incomes and assets, of the decisions that affect their lives and even lead organizations. And we help women exercise their right to a life free from fear and violence.