Kelly McDonald of Fashion Project, an innovative company that frames fashion as a force for good, relays her first experience visiting Uganda. Learn more about her journey here! As we made the six-hour drive from the capital to Gulu, everything felt like it was falling into place. I had never been somewhere so entirely different […]

We are honored to be featured in a story by Westword in their blog – please read and be inspired! Years ago, in what she calls a moment of brilliance or insanity, Karen Sugar decided to start an international development organization for women. Sugar began by looking for a location where women had the most critical need […]

It’s Here! WGEF’s 2014 client survey, highlighting the critical impact of our program for women and families in northern Uganda! The results show: 67% of respondents report their children are in school more consistently Increases in food security, including nutrition and frequency 93% report increase of peace in their households “I am able to support […]

Congrats! We’ve won a spot on the 2014 Top-Rated List! The final results are in. Our supporters have spoken, and we’ve earned a spot on the GreatNonprofits’ 2014 Top Rated List! WOMENS GLOBAL EMPOWERMENT FUND is listed as a final winner on their leaderboard. We’ll be featured on their site, their 2014 Top-Rated List, and […]

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​Just imagine attending school or work without toilets or drinking water. Imagine attending a school with a single latrine for all the students, or that the latrine is smelly, with no toilet paper and the door no longer closes. Just imagine attending work or school when you have your period. This is the reality for women and girls in […]

It’s almost time for our annual holiday event!  This year “A Season to Share”  will take place on December 4th from 5:30-8:00PM at the Blair Caldwell African American Research Library on 2401 Welton St. in Denver.  We’re excited to be welcoming two special guests:  Colorado Public Servant and Business Woman Betsey Markey, and WGEF Program Director […]

September 2013, WGEF will host the 6th annual Creating a Voice for Women drama festival in Gulu. This unique event provides a critical platform for women to express themselves thru drama, traditional songs and dance.

Be inspired! Check out this short feature titled “Voices of Courage” that takes you to northern Uganda, highlighting our program, clients and impact. Special thanks to GoodMakers Films for helping us tell our story!

Check out the coverage of our programs in the most recent issue of the Denver Business Journal!