Using evidence-based research and relevant data, a new visual story by Devex, in collaboration with our partner Cartier Philanthropy details how Women for Women International and other organizations are supporting vulnerable populations.
Women for Women — an organization supporting female victims of war and violence to rebuild their lives — works with community leaders to identify the most marginalized women and get their families on board with its training program. “We have learned over the years that we need the family’s permission for the woman to join the program, otherwise it won’t work,” said the organization’s CEO Laurie Adams. “Before we even invite women to enroll, we do a lot of sensitization with the community … and we [lead with] data and proof that [women establishing businesses] is good for the community and the families.” Some women also choose a male family member to attend the Men’s Engagement program, which educates them on gender inequalities and rights.