VISION

The African Women’s Lobby (AWL) is the largest umbrella network that brings together women’s and diaspora organisations across Europe, Africa, and beyond, representing over 300 organisations across Diaspora and African countries.

Vision

AWL envisions a peaceful, feminist, democratic, and solidaristic Africa where women and girls enjoy equal rights and full participation in decision-making structures at all levels. They are liberated from oppression, exploitation, and all forms of violence, with their contributions to leadership, production, and cultural life fully recognised, rewarded, and celebrated. AWL also envisions equal representation in global governance, particularly within the United Nations, to ensure that the principles of justice, fairness, and equality are upheld universally.

MISSION

AWL’s mission is to provide an inclusive and independent African feminist voice, bringing the perspectives of all women and girls into African and global political arenas. It advocates for equal rights between women and men, as well as for equality among all women, regardless of race, ethnicity, or background, ensuring freedom from racial discrimination, sexism, and all forms of violence. As a catalyst for change, AWL connects diverse actors across national, regional, and international levels to address major issues such as gender-based violence, economic inequality, access to education, healthcare, and political representation affecting women, girls, and the African Diaspora. By leveraging the collective expertise of its members, AWL advances women’s rights, gender equality, and social justice, ensuring no woman or girl is left behind.

 

CORE VALUES

The African Women’s Lobby (AWL) upholds a set of 9 foundational core values that guide our actions and define our identity:

  • Equality between women and men

  • Dignity

  • Peace

  • Supportive Unity

  • Diversity

  • Justice

  • Honesty & Integrity

  • Collaboration 

  • Caring Ethos

    Key Principles
    AWL’s work is guided by 4 key principles:

    1. Women’s and Girls Rights  

    2. Equality

    3. Autonomy

    4. Participation and Inclusion


Objective

AWL is dedicated to realizing its mission and vision through a multifaceted  approach:

  • Advocate for  veto rights for Africa.
  • Promote and Protect Women’s Human Rights.
  • Advocate for Equal Economic Opportunities.
  • Eliminating Discrimination and Stereotypes. 
  • Ending Violence Against Women and Girls.
  • Gender Mainstreaming in Policies and Legislation. 
  • Strengthening Networks and Collaboration
  • Building Trust and Bridges.
  • Ensure no woman or girl is left behind in the pursuit of political, economic and social justice.

We develop Strategies for communication, collaboration and coordination with policy makers and stakeholders in that regard.

We support peace,  dialogue and mediation, peace building and sustainable development.

We analyse the opportunities and challenges for women participation in their countries of origin and host  countries.

We lobby and advocate for services and programs that bring positive change to African women and their children.

We  understand and Use different perspectives, advocacy and lobby tools.

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