Empowering Indigenous Women in Africa.
The African Indigenous Women’s Organization (AIWO) is a continent-wide NGO dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of Indigenous Women across Africa. Established in 1998 in Agadir, Morocco, AIWO operates in all regions of Africa, advocating for gender equality, cultural preservation, and economic empowerment.
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Our Vision
AIWO’s vision is to empower and improve the livelihoods of African Indigenous Women for Sustainable Development. The organization seeks to ensure that Indigenous women are able to access and enjoy their rights to a decent standard of living, education, health care, and political participation.
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Countries
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Indigenous Women
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Volunteers
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OUR MISSION
We are determined to build a stronger future together by promoting a culture of solidarity and cooperation.
AIWO’s mission is to strengthen and enhance the capacity of African Indigenous Women by encouraging their participation in economic, social, and political spheres and by working to protect their rights. AIWO believes that empowering Indigenous women is fundamental to their ability to drive positive change within their communities.
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KEY FOCUS AREAS
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Governance & Leadership
Advocating for the inclusion of Indigenous Women in leadership roles and decision-making processes.
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Education & Empowerment
Providing training and mentorship programs to enhance personal, professional, and community development.
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Reproductive Health Rights
Ensuring access to maternal health services, reproductive education, and advocacy against harmful practices.
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Environmental Justice
Supporting sustainable land management and climate change adaptation to protect Indigenous resources.
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Economic Development
Encouraging entrepreneurship and financial inclusion through skills training and microfinance access.
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Cultural Preservation
Safeguarding Indigenous languages, traditions, and intergenerational knowledge transfer.
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CORE VALUES
Empowerment – Creating opportunities and ensuring inclusion. Excellence – Striving for growth and progress. Teamwork – Fostering collaboration and mutual support. Equality & Diversity – Embracing cultural diversity and inclusivity. Transparency & Accountability – Ensuring integrity in all actions.
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CORE VALUES
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Empowerment
Creating opportunities and ensuring inclusion.
Excellence
Striving for growth and progress.
Teamwork
Fostering collaboration and mutual support.
Equality & Diversity
Embracing cultural diversity and inclusivity
Transparency & Accountability
Ensuring integrity in all actions.
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OUR OBJECTIVES
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Rights Defense and Promotion
AIWO advocates for the protection and promotion of the rights of Indigenous Women at national, regional, and international levels.
Support for Victims of Violence and Genital Mutilation
The organization works to assist Indigenous Women who are victims of violence, including female genital mutilation, by providing resources, protection, and counseling.
Property Rights
AIWO campaigns for the safeguarding of Indigenous Women’s property rights, ensuring they can secure a better quality of life in their own lands and territories.
Preservation of Indigenous Knowledge and Resources:
AIWO aids Indigenous Women in maintaining their cultural heritage and the use of natural resources in sustainable ways that preserve their communities’ traditional practices
Economic Development
AIWO encourages sustainable economic growth in areas inhabited by Indigenous peoples, including facilitating entrepreneurship and job creation.
Human Rights Training:
AIWO organizes training sessions focused on Human Rights for Indigenous women, empowering them with the knowledge needed to protect and advocate for their own rights.
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We're work for help Alex get to the water.
Through our collaboration and commitment, we work to ensure that Alex has easy and safe access to his water source. We would be pleased if you would like to support us.
- what we do for them
We're work for help Alex get to the water.
Through our collaboration and commitment, we work to ensure that Alex has easy and safe access to his water source. We would be pleased if you would like to support us.
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Volunteers around the globe
Our volunteers play an important role by working in a variety of areas, providing outreach to young people,
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OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Global Engagement:
AIWO members have participated in global forums on issues such as the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), land rights, Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), enhancing the global visibility and advocacy efforts of Indigenous Women.
Increased Funding and Recognition:
AIWO has facilitated funding from various donors, including the Foundation for a Just Society for Indigenous peoples in the Sahel region, and has helped Indigenous Women secure achievement awards for their advocacy work.
Southern Africa Office:
AIWO has successfully established a Southern Africa office, registered it, opened a bank account, and commenced operations in the region. New women and youth groups have joined, expanding the organization’s impact in Southern Africa.
Communication Strategy:
Supporting AIWO has developed a successful communication strategy, including the creation of a WhatsApp group that enables Indigenous people to participate in discussions, share ideas, and exchange experiences. land management and climate change adaptation to protect Indigenous resources.
Expansion of Indigenous Women’s Groups:
New Indigenous Women’s and youth groups have been formed in the areas where we operate.
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