Women’s Leadership in Peacebuilding: The Ndife Amodzi Project in Malawi
In Malawi’s Machinga district, women are leading the charge in transforming their communities through Ndife Amodzi (“We Are One”), a peacebuilding and empowerment initiative. Recognizing that strong families are the foundation of peaceful societies, this project equips women with the tools to drive economic change, foster harmony in their homes, and participate meaningfully in civic […]
Global Peace Women Empowers Women and Children through Peaceful Dispute Resolution Training in Nepal
Peace is not just the absence of conflict; it is a mindset cultivated through daily actions and interactions. True, lasting harmony begins at the grassroots level, where individuals take responsibility for resolving disputes with understanding and empathy. A recent peacebuilding initiative in Nepal’s Gulmi District is making significant strides in promoting peaceful dispute resolution. Between […]
Empowering Women with Disabilities in Tanzania: A Pathway to Economic Independence and Peacebuilding
Women with disabilities often face multiple layers of discrimination, both as women and as persons with disabilities. Economic marginalization, social exclusion, and limited access to opportunities create barriers that hinder their ability to thrive. Recognizing this challenge, Aneth Gerana, a Global Peace Women (GPW) Tanzania project leader, initiated the “Empower Women with Disabilities through Economic […]
GPF Nepal Empowers Women through Cervical Cancer Awareness and Digital Literacy Capacity Building Programs
In January 2025, Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Nepal successfully conducted two impactful sessions under its “Capacity Building of Women” program, focusing on Cervical Cancer Awareness and Digital Literacy Awareness. These sessions aimed to empower women with essential knowledge and practical skills, enabling them to take charge of their health and navigate the digital world safely. […]
Empowering Women, Strengthening Families: Mental Health as a Foundation for Strong Families and Communities – Ruiru, Kenya
Women are the backbone of families and, by extension, communities. When a woman is mentally and emotionally strong, she is better able to nurture her children, support her spouse, and contribute to the well-being of society. Recognizing this, Global Peace Women’s (GPW) Leadership Academy graduate and Project Leader from Kenya, Wairimu Mwangi, with the support […]
Breaking Barriers: Single Mothers in Nigeria Craft a Future of Strength and Success
For too long, single mothers in Nigeria have been trapped in cycles of economic hardship, social stigma, and limited opportunities. But in Hayin Dan Mani, Kaduna, a powerful transformation is unfolding. Thirty single mothers once struggling to make ends meet are now business owners, artisans, and community leaders, thanks to the Empowering Single Mothers through […]
Global Peace Women Supports Disaster Recovery in Malawi
Disasters do not just destroy homes, they uproot lives, shatter stability, and leave families struggling to rebuild from the ground up. For many internally displaced families in Malawi’s Mussa Village, the challenge is not just recovering from the initial shock but finding a way to restore dignity, livelihoods, and a sense of belonging. On March […]
Building a Future for Women in Tech: Nigeria’s Girls’ Tech Bootcamp
When a young girl learns to code, she’s not just gaining a skill, she’s unlocking a future where she can innovate, lead, and shape her community. In Kaduna, Nigeria, Global Peace Women (GPW) project leader Aisha Yakubu has been at the forefront of this transformation, ensuring that young women have access to tech education and […]
Empowering Tanzanian Women and Families in Peacebuilding
In the Mtwara region of Tanzania, the Familia Moja Initiatives: Amplifying Change for Sustainable Peace project is changing lives by strengthening families as the foundation of peace and stability. Implemented by Global Peace Women (GPW) Tanzania under the Global Women Dream Grant Projects in partnership with the Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Tanzania, the project emphasizes that […]
Celebrating Women in Peacebuilding – International Women’s Day 2025
As the world comes together to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 on 8th March, Global Peace Women (GPW) and the Global Peace Foundation (GPF) are launching a special campaign to highlight the inspiring stories of women leading change in peacebuilding, service, and community transformation. This initiative, titled Women and Families in Peacebuilding: Catalysts for Transformative […]