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WOMEN ECONOMIC EMANCIPATION INITIATIVE

Women economic emancipation initiative (WEEI) is Non-Governmental Organization(NGO)which is non- political, non- religious and cuts across ethnic groups in Nigeria. It is registered with Corporate Affairs Commission in Nigeria.

The aim of the NGO’s program is to reduce poverty among women, youth and the vulnerable though promoting climate change adaptation, literacy advocacy, water sanitation and hygiene(WASH) and peaceful coexistence.  It is registered with Corporate Affairs Commission of Nigeria, Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Adamawa State Planning Commission.

MISSION STATEMENT

Strengthening the economic base of women and youth by removing any economic or social impediments that affect them through:

  • Sensitization programs on effects of Drug abuse and Child Labour, on economic impact of women and youth.
  • Advocacy programs on climate change, Water, Sanitation and Health for women, girls/boys and effects on economic status of women, youth.
  • Vocational trainings on agriculture and food security and interventions.
  • Skills and entrepreneurial development programs for women and youth engaged in businesses.
  • Grants /assistance to the vulnerable women/girls to engage in economic activities for self-sustainability.

OBJECTIVES

To economically empower women and youth by removing any economic or social constraints so that they become economically relevant in their immediate environment,  communities and the society at large so that they have means of livelihood and safety.

WHERE WE OPERATE:

WEEI operates in five(5) states but active in four out of the five due to financial constraints. We are present in Adamawa, Borno, Taraba and Gombe.

FUNDING:

The NGO is funded majorly by the Members of the Board of Trustee, partners,  donations from well spirited individuals and organizations.