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Empowering Women, Transforming Lives.

Read Who We Are

Building Resilience, Creating Change.

Voices of Women, Power of Progress.

Our Initiatives

Empowering Women, Supporting Communities

Women's Education

Providing access to quality education for girls and women to empower them to achieve their full potential and participate actively in community development.

Women's Health & Safety

Ensuring access to health services, safety, and support for women and girls to foster a safe and healthy environment for all.

Economic Empowerment

Supporting women with skills, resources, and opportunities to achieve financial independence and contribute to community growth.

AWF Intervention Centers

Our Main Intervention Centers


Women Economic Empowerment

AWF empowers women by providing access to skills, resources, and opportunities that promote financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.

GBV Prevention and Response

AWF works to prevent gender-based violence and support survivors through education, advocacy, and access to essential services.

Research, Advocacy and Influencing

AWF conducts research and policy advocacy to influence systems and amplify the voices of women and girls in decision-making processes.

About our foundation
We are in a mission to help helpless

Since 2014, Action for Women Foundation (AWF) has been at the forefront of advocating for the rights, dignity, and empowerment of vulnerable women and girls across Rwanda. Our organization is committed to fostering an environment where every woman and girl can realize her full potential, access equal opportunities, and contribute meaningfully to her community.

Our Vision: A peaceful society where social justice prevails, gender equality is the norm, and women and girls are empowered to lead, innovate, and inspire change. We envision a society where women are free from violence, discrimination, and economic marginalization—creating a ripple effect of positive transformation across generations.

Our Mission: To empower women and girls through advocacy, education, and support, enabling them to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

Our Causes You Can Support

Explore the Initiatives of Action for Women Foundation

Empowering Women Through Vocational Skills

Raised: $20,000

Goal: $35,000

Supporting Women's Health & Wellness

Raised: $20,000

Goal: $35,000

Lets Change The World With Humanity

Alice

“A single mother from Kigali who, after attending our tailoring workshop, launched her own tailoring business, gaining financial independence and supporting her children’s education.”

Jasmine

“Overcoming mental health challenges with the support of our counseling programs, Jasmine now mentors other women facing similar issues, fostering peer support and resilience.”

Fatima

“With our financial literacy training, Fatima managed to save enough to invest in her children’s schooling, breaking the cycle of poverty for her family.”

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AWF Updates

Empowering women in Rwanda: Raising awareness in GBV

Our recent advocacy campaign has brought significant awareness to gender-based violence, encouraging community dialogues and policy changes. Together, we are making strides towards a safer environment for women and girls.

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Community Impact

Stories of Transformation: Financial literacy program

Our Financial Literacy Training equips women with the knowledge and skills to manage their finances effectively. Participants learn budgeting, saving, and investment strategies to gain financial independence. This program is crucial for empowering women to make informed financial decisions that positively impact their families and communities.

Our Partners

Our Partners

Government of Rwanda
UPHLS
World Connect
DRF
Government of Rwanda
UPHLS
World Connect
DRF
5,000 +

Women Trained

20 +

Community Projects

150 +

Women Accessing Microfinance

50 +

Advocacy Campaigns