We are proud to announce that Women Empowerment Education and Peace Building Initiative (WEPBI) has been successfully selected as a member of the Women-led and Women-focused CSOs and BMOs. This esteemed Support Network, led by the Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) with support from USAID SCALE, the event epoch making event was held from the 26th– 28th July 2023, represents a significant milestone for our organization.
The primary purpose of this network is in two folds. Firstly, it aims to unite strong and growing women-led and women-focused CSOs/BMOs, who are instrumental in the civic space, to collectively advocate for crucial women’s issues. These issues include Sexual Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), Countering Trafficking in Persons (CTIP), and Child Early Forced Marriage (CEFM) to key stakeholders and decision-makers.
Secondly, the network serves as a vital support mechanism, facilitating organizational development and sustainability for our members, thereby fostering growth and success.
As a member of the Women Led/Focused support network, we are excited to gain from a range of packages that will be of benefit to our organization:
- Obtain a Certificate of Membership, showcasing our commitment to empowering marginalized groups, particularly women.
- Opportunities for our NGO to participate in joint high delegation advocacy movements on women’s issues to key stakeholders in government, the private sector, and globally.
- SCALE-driven resource mobilization and institutional/organizational sustainability training, enabling us to make a lasting impact in our communities.
- Technical advice from organizational development experts on capacity development approaches, propelling our NGO from being nascent to a strong and thriving organization.
- Letters of reference from the network to support applications for funding to donors, enhancing our credibility and outreach.
- Networking opportunities with strong women-led organizations, both locally and internationally, and potential collaboration with donors.
- Automatic membership in SCALE project’s Coordination Platform for SGBV, CTIP, and CEFM, broadening our scope of influence.
- Access to a variety of SCALE resources, including publications and research on relevant themes, furthering our knowledge and understanding.
- Access to technical advice, counseling, and cooperation from experts on issues concerning women-led/women-focused CSOs/BMOs, particularly in SGBV, CTIP, and CEFM, empowering us with specialized expertise.
- Voluntary participation in self-regulation, affirming our commitment to upholding high standards in our operations.
- Professional Certifications for our NGO, recognizing our dedication to excellence and best practices.
- Online mentoring and coaching classes on 18 resource mobilization techniques, equipping us with valuable skills for sustainable growth.
- Online mentoring and coaching on 10 statutory compliance regulations, ensuring we remain compliant and efficient.
We are thrilled to be part of this transformative network, and we look forward to collaborating with like-minded organizations to create a society without marginalization. Together, let’s empower and include everyone, promoting fairness and prosperity for all. Join us on this journey to make a positive impact in our communities and the society at large.