Our Guiding Principles
Local Partnership
Our partnerships are grounded in mutual care, respect, and shared power. We collaborate with grassroots organizations, community leaders, and innovative social entrepreneurs who are best positioned to understand their local contexts.
Amplifying Women's Voices
By partnering with women-led organizations, we work with them to strengthen women's leadership, advocacy impact, and economic power in shaping healthier, more equitable communities and countries.
Equality and Justice
We are committed to working with women and youth as they advance their own rights, leadership, and well-being. This includes working with governments, businesses, and traditional and religious leaders to transform systems towards equality and justice.
Disability Inclusion and Accessibility
We believe that progress requires the intentional inclusion of women and youth with disabilities and those facing multiple, intersecting barriers—such as age, geography, and ethnicity. Amplifying women’s voices in leadership and decision-making
Men's and Boys' Engagement
Working closely with men and boys as allies and direct participants in the work of gender equality. Our programs foster inclusive dialogue and behavior change that supports healthy relationships, challenges harmful norms, and promote shared responsibility.
Protecting the Environment
We promote sustainable practices, supporting climate-resilient livelihoods, and ensuring that women and communities are active stewards of the natural resources that sustain their future.
Sustainable Impact and Results
We prioritize scalable and resilient solutions that address the root causes of inequality through capacity-building, innovation, and systems strengthening.
Safeguarding Against Harm and Abuse
We are committed to ending gender-based violence and all forms of harm. We uphold the highest standards of safety, dignity, and respect for all individuals we serve through policies and practices that are designed to prevent harm and respond to abuse.
