This statement was released by Nazra for Feminist Studies on Sunday, October 26, 2014. Update: Verdict Issued against Women Human Rights Defenders include 3 Years’ Imprisonment, 3 Years’ Monitoring and a Fine of EGP 10000 On 26 October 2014, the verdict of the case known as the Ittihadia Presidential Palace was issued at the Police […]

AmplifyChange, a new CSO advocacy fund that will disburse at least 14 million euros in its first two years, launched on 22 September in New York. The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) is part of the Consortium Steering Committee for Amplify Change. AWDF joins the fund, in an advisory capacity, due to our organisation’s robust […]

Suitably qualified individuals are invited to apply for a vacancy that has arisen at TrustAfrica. Job Title: Communications Officer Reports to: Executive Director Supervises: Web Development and Maintenance Team Liaises with: All staff Job Location: Dakar, with regular international travel Deadline for application: 15 November 2014 About TrustAfrica: TrustAfrica is an independent foundation that works to secure the […]

The board and staff of the African Women’s Development Fund offer sincere condolences to the family and friends of Margaret Vogt, former UN Special Representative to the Central African Republic and a long time peace advocate and women’s rights activist. We mourn the passing of a trueAfrican leader and a great friend to AWDF, to […]

For nearly seven years, NANA DARKOA SEKYIAMAH has led the Communications forefront for the African Women’s Development Fund. During her tenure with our organization, she has authored new publications such as the Communications Handbook for Women’s Rights Organisations, co-authored Creating Spaces and Amplifying Voices: The First Ten Years of the African Women’s Development Fund and […]

Position: Finance/Operations Manager Location: Accra, Ghana Reports To: Regional Manager Division: Education Programs Division About IREX IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. […]

Once I became aware of myself, it occurred to me that maybe I should add to the world’s store of stories. -Ama Ata Aidoo   On 17th September, The African Women’s Development Fund launched The Art of Ama Ata Aidoo, a documentary on the life and work of critically acclaimed Ghanaian author, Ama Ata Aidoo, […]