Uniting Communities to End Gender-Based Violence in Nigeria
To mark the 2024 International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls, the Global Peace Women (GPW) Nigeria, in partnership with the Hope for the Village Child Foundation (HVCF), organized a transformative two-day interactive session as part of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence. The event took […]
Women at the Heart of Peacebuilding in Hayin Banki, Kaduna State, Nigeria
On October 18, 2024, forty-six women from various ethnic and religious backgrounds came together for a Peace Awareness Meeting organized by Global Peace Women (GPW) Nigeria in collaboration with the Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Nigeria. The event sought to highlight women’s critical role in fostering peaceful coexistence, aligned with the GPW campaign slogan, “Peace Begins in […]
Building Bridges to Prosperity: Empowering Fantsuwan Women and Youth through Financial Literacy
Over 100 women and youth gathered on November 14, 2024, at the Fantsuwan Community Hall in Jema’a Local Government Area, Nigeria, for a Financial Literacy Training program organized by the Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Nigeria in collaboration with Global Peace Women (GPW) Nigeria. The initiative aimed to equip participants with practical financial skills to improve […]
Empowering Aging Women: A New Perspective on Ageism – GPW Paraguay
In the Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Area Mujer webinar, “Women and Age: A Different Look at a Common Problem,” held in September, the topic of ageism, particularly its impact on women, took center stage. Dr. Gladis Fischer, a lawyer and community gerontology specialist, delivered an enlightening talk that challenged prevailing attitudes toward aging, specifically focusing […]
Women’s Democratic Leadership: Progress, Challenges, and the Path Forward – GPW Paraguay
In August 2024, Área Mujer, a joint program between Global Peace Foundation Paraguay and Global Peace Women, hosted a pivotal webinar titled “The Democratic Leadership of Women: Advancements and Challenges.” This engaging discussion, featuring María Angélica Cano Radil, explored the evolution of women in leadership, their roles in shaping democratic societies, and the cultural and […]
Global Peace Foundation Nigeria Partners with Bethel Candle of Hope for Capacity Building Workshop on Nonviolent Communication and Leadership
September 9, Nigeria—Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Nigeria worked in collaboration with Bethel Candle of Hope for the Vulnerable to host a two-day capacity-building workshop for women and youth leaders themed “Nonviolent Communication and Leadership Skills” in the Hayin Banki community. This initiative aimed to equip participants with valuable peacebuilding tools and promote responsible leadership within […]
Global Peace Women Uruguay’s Work in Empowering Incarcerated Women
On August 9, 2024, the Union of Latin American Parties (UPLA) Women’s Network convened at the Hilton Garden Inn in Montevideo, Uruguay, to address the pressing issues facing women deprived of freedom. Among the distinguished speakers was Psychologist Nibia Pizzo, the president of Global Peace Women (GPW) Uruguay, who shared insights and data that highlighted […]
Strengthening Legal Frameworks for the Protection of Older People – GPW Paraguay
In an era where the aging population is rapidly increasing, the protection of older individuals has become a significant concern for policymakers and human rights advocates. Área Mujer, a group organized by the Global Peace Foundation and Global Peace Women, hosted a pivotal webinar in July titled, “National and Regional Legal Framework for the Protection […]
Celebrating the International Day of Peace: The Global Peace Women’s Korean Dream Family Challenge
As part of the larger Korean Dream 10 Million Campaign, Global Peace Women (GPW) launched the Korean Dream Family Challenge on 8th September, aligning with this year’s celebration of the International Day of Peace. This initiative aims to bring families, volunteers, and communities together in a shared effort to promote unity, peace, and hope, both […]
Strengthening Peace and Resilience: Global Peace Foundation Nigeria’s Three-Day Initiative in Kaduna State
In a concerted effort to foster peace and resilience in Kaduna State, Nigeria, the Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Nigeria spearheaded three days of programs from August 13-15, 2024. This series of events, in collaboration with local stakeholders, addressed pressing community issues, emphasizing the importance of youth empowerment, security collaboration, and the inclusion of people living […]