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Women for Women International—Nigeria celebrated its 25th anniversary in Lagos, Nigeria. Stakeholders, staff, and participants reflected on its impact over the past two and a half decades and reaffirmed their dedication to supporting women in conflict-affected communities.

Women for Women International has launched Ziza Social Investing, a vehicle designed to channel appropriate capital to women-led enterprises in conflict-affected areas and help power a new generation of African women entrepreneurs.

In an interview with CNBC Africa, Thelma Ekiyor, International CEO of Women for Women International, discusses how technology and impact investing can bridge gaps in women's economic empowerment.

More than three years since war broke out in Sudan, millions of lives have been systematically unraveled.

In a discussion with Dhivya O'Connor, Thelma Ekiyor, Global CEO of Women for Women International, explores women’s rights, their role as agents of change, and emphasizes the importance of involving both governments and the private sector to foster meaningful ecosystem change.

Violent conflict is increasing. Authoritarianism is reshaping governance. And perhaps most concerning, we are witnessing coordinated and sustained attacks on women’s rights worldwide.

Sudanese women have played critical roles throughout the conflict as caregivers, human rights defenders, advocates, service providers, community leaders, and survivors.

As the fragile ceasefire begins in the US-Israeli war with Iran, the consequences of this conflict are being felt far beyond the region— hurting women in some of the world’s most fragile communities.

Sara Bowcutt, Women for Women International - UK Managing Director, joins the Drive Time Show to commemorate 32 years since the start of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi in Rwanda and shed light on the impact it had on women and women's role in rebuilding in the aftermath.

In an interview with RFI Kiswahili, Marie Marthe, program manager at Women for Women International DRC, discusses why women are often excluded from peace talks and why including them matters.

By investing in women at the grassroots, moving money to where peace begins, private finance, philanthropy and individuals can play a decisive role in stabilising markets and building a more peaceful world.

At the margins of the 39th African Union Summit, a strategic partnership between the African Union Development Agency–NEPAD and Women for Women International signalled a structured shift in how gender policy is framed across the continent.

Thelma Ekiyor, WfWI International CEO, explains to Devex the importance of investing in people during times of conflict when individuals are eager and need to rebuild their lives.

Hibaa, the Field Coordinator from the Sudan Family Planning Association (SFPA), one of our partners in Sudan, shares her experiences and the services offered to people who fled from El Fashir to Al Afad camp with ABC News.

Zeina Kanawati, Senior Communications Officer at Women for Women International, shares the struggles of women in Syria under the new regime.

The Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) hosts WfWI International CEO Thelma Ekiyor on the Prime Woman Show. She discusses her personal life, career journey, WfWI's work in Nigeria, future partnerships, and opportunities for women.

One year after the fall of Assad’s regime, Zeina Kanawati, our Senior Communications Officer, spoke with the BBC Newshour about what Syria looks like today.

In an interview with TRT World Now, Nisha Singh, Senior Global Policy and Advocacy Manager at Women for Women International (WfWI), discusses the recent DRC-Rwanda peace deal signed in Washington, DC, the impact of the ongoing conflict on women and how they are often excluded from the peace process.

Amani Mustafa is the Women for Women International (WfWI) Country Director for Palestine, supporting women in Gaza and the West Bank, where she lives.

The new Global Chief Executive Officer of Women for Women International, WfWI, Thelma Ekiyor, has expressed commitment to investing in women and creating opportunities that promote social good.

Women for Women International (WfWI) has announced the appointment of Thelma Ekiyor as its new Global Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Women for Women International (WfWI) has announced the appointment of Thelma Ekiyor as its new Global Chief Executive Officer, ushering in a new chapter for the global nonprofit known for advancing women’s economic empowerment and social resilience in post-conflict and marginalized communities.

Nisha Singh breaks down the consequences when funding is pulled from supporting women survivors of war and conflict.

As a trailblazer in business and a passionate advocate for women’s rights, Nunu brings her voice and vision to our mission of supporting women survivors of war and reflects on leadership and why investing in women changes the world. Listen to her converse with 'The Meeting Point' host Koketso Sacha