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Welcome to AWYAD, where compassion transforms into action! Our dedicated team is committed to making a positive impact on the world. At AWYAD, we believe in the power of collective kindness and invite you to join us in creating positive change for those in need.
What We Do!
Empowering Communities, Enriching Lives
AWYAD is a multifaceted organization dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of individuals and communities. Our focus areas include:
Gender Empowerment
In the context of AWYAD, gender empowerment signifies the process of equipping women and girls with the knowledge, skills, resources, and confidence necessary to assert their rights, make informed decisions, and actively participate in all aspects of society. This empowerment is not just about individual growth but also about transforming societal structures to foster gender equity and eliminate barriers to women's and girls' full participation.
Education and Skilling of Children
AWYAD is deeply committed to advancing education in both emergency and development contexts, with a focus on improving education governance, expanding access to equitable education, and enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. This comprehensive approach underscores the organization's dedication to creating a robust and inclusive educational environment for all children.
Sustainable Livelihoods Empowerment
AWYAD's Sustainable Livelihoods empowerment program is dedicated to fostering long-term economic resilience and well-being for women and youth by addressing several critical areas: income generation; food and nutrition security; and environmental conservation.
Advocacy and Influencing
AWYAD engages in comprehensive advocacy and influencing activities across various domains, focusing on the rights and well-being of women, children, and youth. Our work spans several key areas, leveraging community engagement, policy advocacy, and media outreach to create meaningful change. Below is a detailed overview of AWYAD’s advocacy and influencing efforts.
Vulnerable Persons Protection
AWYAD is dedicated to safeguarding the rights and well-being of vulnerable women and children. This commitment is reflected in AWYAD’s comprehensive protection programs aimed at preventing and responding to violence, exploitation, and abuse. AWYAD’s protection work majorly focuses on child protection and Sexual and Gender Based Violence Prevention and Response.
Health and Wellbeing
AWYAD's commitment to empowering women, youth, and children encompasses a holistic approach to their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. This is achieved through focused interventions in sexual and reproductive health, mental health and psychological well-being, and hygiene and sanitation.
Our Work
Our Commitment
Transparency
We are dedicated to transparency in our operations and finances, ensuring that our supporters can trust that their contributions are making a genuine impact.
Collaboration
Collaboration is at the heart of our mission. We actively seek partnerships with like-minded organizations, governments, and individuals to amplify our collective impact and address complex challenges.
Innovation
Embracing innovation allows us to find creative and effective solutions to evolving issues. We continually explore new approaches to maximize the reach and effectiveness of our programs.
Charity in Numbers
At AWYAD, we believe in transparency and accountability. Our commitment to making a positive impact is reflected in the numbers, demonstrating the real and tangible difference we collectively make in the lives of those we serve.
We prioritize efficient fund allocation, ensuring the majority of funds directly benefit our programs and initiatives.
We are committed to sustainable impact that goes beyond immediate relief. Through strategic initiatives, education, and capacity-building, we aim to create a ripple effect, ensuring that positive changes endure for generations to come.
Successful Stories
Meet Our Team
Wade Warren
Kristin Watson
Bessie Cooper
Bessie Cooper
Jerome Bell
Arlene McCoy
Our Trusted Partners
Our organization truly believes that by working together, we can save more lives than ever before.
Plot 14/16 Semawata Road, Ntinda
P.O. Box 116757, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256393102125
Mob: +256788214988
Email: info@awyad.org