WOMANKIND has helped millions of women and their families, in 71 countries, but there's a long way to go: 70% of the world's poorest people are women and girls; one in three women is beaten, coerced into sex or otherwise abused; and women account for just 17% of all parliamentarians worldwide.
Zero tolerance of FGM
6 February was the International Day of Zero Tolerance to Female Genital Mutilation.
Flirting ... or hurting?
Sexual bullying in school can and must be stopped. WOMANKIND shows how.
Women’s empowerment key to peace in Afghanistan
Aid and development are too enmeshed with international political and military goals — the key to peace in Afghanistan is empowering women.
Women denounce Zimbabwe’s constitutional process
Emilia Muchawa, Director of WOMANKIND’s Zimbabwean partner ZWLA, leads women in denouncing sexist constitution-making process.
2010 newsletter
In the latest issue, we meet Barbi — the Peruvian cartoon feminist; we describe the new lease of life being enjoyed by the Ethiopian women potters WOMANKIND supports; and explore work being done in Nepal, Zimbabwe and in pre-election Britain.
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WOMANKIND BLOGS
A few good women ...
Albania now has twice as many women MPs. Our blogger accentuates the positive
Celebrating 'uncut' girls in Ethiopia
WOMANKIND’s Rebecca Swenson thought watching Man Utd was the ultimate crowd experience — until she joined the ‘uncut’ girl celebrations in Ethiopia.
Self help, support & solidarity in Ethiopia
WOMANKIND’s partner provides women in Woliso with solid support and training. Can they also change attitudes?
Zimbabwe's bumpy ride
Susana Klien blogs about constitutional change — and Ellen’s educational odyssey.
Work for WOMANKIND
WOMANKIND Worldwide is seeking to recruit for the following positions:
two Programme Managers, a Policy & Advocacy Manager, and a Major Gifts Manager.
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Motivational speaking
What makes WOMANKIND’s Director tick? Sue Turrell tells the Development Sector about the personal and the political.
Clever campaigning
See our practical guidelines for running campaigns to end violence against women.
Fundraising Pack
Our fundraising pack is full of great ideas and advice on how to raise money for WOMANKIND. Download it here.
Last updated 08 February January 2010
