About WIDO
Empowering women, championing equality, and fostering protection, Women in Distress Organization (WIDO) stands as a beacon of change. Since 2000, our global non-profit has tirelessly worked to eliminate gender-based violence, challenge discrimination, and uphold human rights. Committed to a holistic approach, WIDO engages in education, advocacy, and community empowerment. Join us in creating a world where every woman thrives, free from violence and inequality.
24+
Years in Operation
Key programs/initiatives
Counselling and Psychotherapy
WIDO operates a 24-hour crisis hotline providing crisis intervention, advocacy services, counseling, and information on all forms of gender-based violence (GBV).
Read MoreGBV Services Provider
WIDO plays a pivotal role in addressing and combating gender-based violence, offering comprehensive services such as safe spaces, counseling, legal aid, and medical assistance.
Read MoreMentoring and Training Program
WIDO has a structured program pairing survivors with experienced mentors and providing training initiatives for both survivors and community members on GBV prevention and support mechanisms.
Read MoreConsultancy Services
WIDO extends its expertise through consultancy services, collaborating with governments, institutions, and NGOs to enhance GBV prevention and response efforts.
Read MorePolicy Advocacy
This program involves training, research, and advocacy on women's human rights, leadership development, economic empowerment, and social development.
Read MoreEconomic Empowerment
WIDO focuses on uplifting women and GBV survivors through skill-building programs, vocational training, and access to resources, aiming to break the cycle of dependence associated with GBV.
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