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Empowering Women, Transforming Communities: Our Story.

Raising Women Initiative (RWI) is a non-profit organization that has, over the last 6 years, implemented programs that inspire, empower and advocate for greater representation of women and girls in all sectors. We work with key stakeholders to challenge the status quo on gender mainstreaming, equality and the rights of women and girls.

At RWI, we believe that women and girls must be given opportunities to be heard, seen, and empowered to influence decision-making processes and contribute fully to the development and prosperity of their communities and the world at large.

Vision: To create a world where women and girls are truly free

Mission: Change the ideology of key stakeholders relevant to the growth of women and girls through research, advocacy, and policy change.

Advancing Gender Equality and Inclusion Through Targeted Initiatives

Raising Women Initiative’s (RWI) approach is comprehensive for fostering gender equality and empowering women and girls worldwide. Our organization is dedicated to driving impactful change across seven critical focus areas, each essential for building a more equitable and inclusive society. From promoting women’s participation in STEM fields to advocating for gender mainstreaming in policy-making, RWI works tirelessly to address the multifaceted challenges faced by women globally. Join us as we delve into each focus area, exploring the significance of our efforts and the transformative impact they have on the lives of women and girls everywhere.

Empowering Insights: Explore Our Blog & Knowledge Hub

Raising Women Initiative’s (RWI) approach is comprehensive for fostering gender equality and empowering women and girls worldwide. Our organization is dedicated to driving impactful change across seven critical focus areas, each essential for building a more equitable and inclusive society. From promoting women’s participation in STEM fields to advocating for gender mainstreaming in policy-making, RWI works tirelessly to address the multifaceted challenges faced by women globally. Join us as we delve into each focus area, exploring the significance of our efforts and the transformative impact they have on the lives of women and girls everywhere.

Dr. May Ikeora

Visionary Founder, RWI

Dr. May Ikeora transcends the conventional boundaries of academia, advocacy, and entrepreneurship to emerge as a formidable force in championing human rights, gender equality, and peacebuilding. With a profound journey that spans continents, Dr. Ikeora has lent her expertise
to pivotal organizations such as the United Nations, African Union, World Bank, Mission89, the esteemed Kofi Annan Peacekeeping Institute and Governments. Her scholarly pursuits underscores her intellectual rigor and commitment to justice.

At the heart of her mission is the Raising Women Initiative (RWI), which she founded to elevate the potential of girls into tomorrow’s women leaders, particularly in Africa and the diaspora. As a technical adviser to governments and other organisations her influence extends to shaping policies and nurturing the next generation of female trailblazers.

Support Our Cause

Help our organization by donating today! All donations go directly to making a difference for our cause.

Please send donations to:

5800024639
Raising Women Initiative
Heritage Bank

and send receipt of payment to: info@raisingwomeninitiative.com for proper documentations

Your donation is greatly appreciated!

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your contribution means a lot and will be put to good use in making a difference.