For over 30 years we have been supporting women’s rights organisations and movements to strengthen and grow. Together we will secure equal rights for women and girls across the globe. And you can be part of it.
Read MoreFrom greater economic hardship to increasing violence and abuse in lockdown, women and girls are bearing the brunt of the COVID-19 crisis. Find out how we are supporting our partners to adapt their work to protect the lives and livelihoods of women and girls.
Read MoreA global backlash against women’s rights is on the rise. The rights of women are enshrined in international human rights law but the power imbalances that drive inequality between women and men remain in full force.
Read MoreWe are a global women's rights organisation. We work with women's rights organisations and movements to change the world for women and girls. Our job is to support the women who are powering other women around the world. Because we know that when women come together, they have the power to change their own lives.
We listen to women's needs to provide them with support to achieve their aims. This includes knowledge sharing, supporting feminist research, funding opportunities, amplifying messages through our communications, and facilitating their participation in key international events to influence policymakers.
We aim to end all forms of violence against women and girls, advance women’s economic rights and strengthen their influence and decision-making power. We work with a feminist approach and other values such as inclusion and a commitment to learning. Working collectively, we can propel ourselves to a new world where women and girls can live their best lives.
Last year, 898,619 individuals were indirectly supported through our work. We funded 38 partners representing diverse women’s rights organisations across five countries Of these, we supported 23 partners with £236,741 through new flexible funds – the Her Voice Fund, the Movement Strengthening Fund and Nepal COVID Resilience Grants.
We give money to local partner organisations in our focus countries. Our partnership agreements are based on high levels of accountability and transparency. Through shared responsibility and project programme management, we support partners in their work as well as their financial management and reporting.
So many women, girls, trans and intersex people are still denied their rights and freedoms, while recent progress made in gender equality is under threat. The patriarchal system continues to dominate societies. Misogyny, racism and abuse persist. But feminist movements and courageous activists across the world are rising up. Womankind stands with them.
You have the power to change the world. Whether you choose to donate, back one of our campaigns or work with us, you’ll support women to claim their rights. With your help, we will change the world for women and girls.