FORWARD (Foundation of Women's Health Research and Development) is the African women-led women's rights organisation working to end violence against women and girls.
About usTuWezeshe Akina Dada is our feminist leadership programme seeking to inspire a generation of young African women to: engage in the civil/political spheres and galvanise collective action against all forms of violence against women and girls. It aims to increase their visibility and capacity to shape decisions about their rights and freedoms.
Read about our programmeFORWARD unveils ground-breaking new data on the concerning levels of sexual harassment and assault in public spaces across London. The findings have revealed that over eight in ten young women aged 16-34 have experienced at least one form of sexual harassment or assault in a public space in London in the last two years.
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FORWARD commissioned the research set out in this report to document the motivations, actions, and impact of African people and organisations in the diaspora who are part of the movement to end FGM in Europe and Africa.
Read the full reportLeadership programme for young African, Black and minoritised women in UK universities, be empowered as a leader!
Hear from Afua how our young women's leadership programme impacted her life
Students taught about their body and rights in UK schools since 2015.
Professionals trained on how to safeguard women and girls affected or at risk of FGM, since 2015
School girls and boys mobilised in Africa to know their rights and fight violence against women and girls in their schools and their communities.
To mark our 40th anniversary, join us in honouring our journey, celebrating our growth, and recognising the incredible changemakers who have stood with us.
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