About Us

Who We Are

Women Empowerment and Development Organisation (WEDO) is an independent, non-profit charity based in England and Wales. We are dedicated to empowering women through education, skills development, employability support, community engagement and pathways to economic independence.

We support women from diverse backgrounds, including immigrants, refugees and newly arrived communities, helping them overcome barriers to participation in education, employment and wider society.

Through English language support, digital literacy, vocational training, mentoring and confidence-building programmes, WEDO aims to create opportunities that enable women to thrive, contribute to their communities and achieve their full potential.

WEDO operates for the public benefit and is committed to transparency, accountability, safeguarding and equal opportunities in all aspects of its work.

The Foundation of Our Work

Vision, mission and values

Vision

The vision of WEDO is a society in which women and girls enjoy dignity, equal opportunity, safety, representation and the practical means to shape their own futures.

Mission

The mission of WEDO is to advance women’s empowerment and sustainable development through education, capacity building, livelihood support, protection, community engagement, advocacy, research and ethical partnership.

Value

WEDO shall conduct its affairs in accordance with the values of dignity, equality, impartiality, accountability, transparency, inclusion, respect, non-violence, safeguarding, professionalism and responsible stewardship of resources

Objects

WEDO is established for charitable and public benefit purposes. Its principal objects are to promote the social, educational and economic advancement of women and girls; to support access to skills, learning, employment and enterprise; to improve wellbeing, safety and participation in community life; and to carry out related programmes, awareness initiatives, research, training, humanitarian support and institutional development activities that lawfully further these aims.

In furtherance of these objects, WEDO may develop projects, receive grants and donations, enter into lawful contracts, own or lease property, open bank accounts, recruit staff and volunteers, procure goods and services, collaborate with public and private institutions, publish reports and guidance, and undertake such ancillary acts as are reasonably necessary to advance its mission.

Non-discrimination

WEDO shall serve beneficiaries and engage stakeholders without discrimination on the grounds of sex, marital status, race, ethnicity, disability, religion, nationality, language, political opinion or social origin, subject only to lawful programme criteria and the organisation’s stated women-focused mandate.

Our Commitment

Transparency

We are committed to openness and honesty in our work. We strive to provide clear information about our activities, decision-making processes and the use of funds entrusted to us.

Accountability

We take responsibility for our actions and decisions. We are accountable to our beneficiaries, supporters, partners, regulators and the communities we serve.

Safeguarding

The safety, wellbeing and dignity of all individuals involved in our activities are a priority. We are committed to maintaining appropriate safeguarding measures to protect children, young people and adults at risk.

Equality and Inclusion

We believe that everyone should have equal opportunities to participate and succeed. We promote a culture of respect, fairness and inclusion, where diversity is valued and discrimination is not tolerated.

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