International Women’s Day 2024

An annual day to reflect on the role that gender plays in our lives, work, and our planet. At WGEF we’d like to share stories of hope and what is possible — check out our latest newsletter.

Caught In Between: Women and Conflict in Gaza, 5 Months Later

War is a testament to our collective failure as human beings, a stark reminder that in conflict, there are no winners. Read the following statement from WGEF Founder and Director, Karen Sugar.

Looking Ahead In 2024!

Women’s Global Empowerment Fund elevates women’s voices in spaces that have long suppressed them.

2023 Annual Update and Report IMPACT MATTERS

Review our 2023 Program Achievements and read our client stories and news from the field!

Empowering Schoolgirls & Beyond: The Real & Lasting Impact of HPI!

One of the most heartwarming HPI success story is that of Amina, a bright and determined young girl from Payibona village Gulu District.

Summer Newsletter 2023 — Leadership: A WGEF Origins Story

Prisca and her children are the future of Uganda. They are the kind of leaders in whom WGEF is supporting and who will enable a more just and equitable world.

International Women’s Day – March 8, 2023

Join us to celebrate with a lively and important panel discussion on women, leadership and embracing equity!

It Was Impossible to Propose a Law Against Child Marriege if I Wasn’t in Leadership

WGEF supported me, and many other women contesting for office and won as the women councilor three.

Having Enough Food Makes My Family Safe

WGEF’s agro support program is critical in our region I have tested the benefits, it can save many families in the region ~ Linda, WGEF member

543 New Farmers Preventing Hunger and Food Insecurity

Local food economies are the answer to providing healthy and affordable food in the face of food insecurity and global food shortages.