Amidst sectarianism, conflict, and fundamentalist violence, the staff of Warvin Foundation for Women’s Issues (WFWI) have continued undeterred with their project to support victims of domestic violence. They have gone, meticulously, successfully, setting up a project that monitors and evaluates the current set-up of women’s shelter, and lobbies the government and stakeholders to bring about an improvement.
The following are personal testimonies from WELDD women who attended workshops hosted by Shirkat Gah in Pakistan, and found from there the inner courage to stand up to their unfortunate circumstances.
The WELDD workshops saw quite the impact in Pakistan. Women who had participated in the programme saw their feminist capacity strengthened to new heights, bringing resounding change in the society around them in various parts of northern Pakistan. From local protests to personal advocacy to conflict resolution, these women were able to stand up and make their voices heard.
Mbacké Sokhna is fierce. Municipal Councillor in Senegal, she has grown up "disrespecting" her expectations by participating in politics and undertaking the requisite activities.
A translated interview with a feminist leader in Indonesia, conducted by WELDD partner organisation IWE. Lita Anggraini works for JALA PRT, an IWE partner.
A translated interview with a feminist leader in Indonesia, conducted by WELDD partner organisation IWE. Cut Risma Aini works for Solidaritas Perempuan, an IWE partner.
A translated interview with a feminist leader in Indonesia, conducted by WELDD partner organisation IWE. Puspa Dewi works for Solidaritas Perempuan, an IWE partner.
The Afghan Presidential Palace has awarded Liah Jawad the Medal of Malalai for her courageous fight for women's rights. She is the Director of Foundation of Solidarity for Justice (FOSJ), which ran a project with WELDD on wending child marriage.
