About WIDO

Empowering women, championing equality, and fostering protection, Women in Distress Organization (WIDO) stands as a beacon of change. Since 2000, our global non-profit has tirelessly worked to eliminate gender-based violence, challenge discrimination, and uphold human rights. Committed to a holistic approach, WIDO engages in education, advocacy, and community empowerment. Join us in creating a world where every woman thrives, free from violence and inequality.

Key Programs/Initiatives

Counselling & Psychotherapy

WIDO operates a 24-hour crisis hotline providing crisis intervention, advocacy services, counseling, and information on all forms of gender-based violence (GBV).

GBV Services Provider

WIDO plays a pivotal role in addressing and combating gender-based violence, offering comprehensive services such as safe spaces, counseling, legal aid, and medical assistance.

Mentoring & Training Program

WIDO has a structured program pairing survivors with experienced mentors and providing training initiatives for both survivors and community members on GBV prevention and support mechanisms.

Consultancy Services

WIDO extends its expertise through consultancy services, collaborating with governments, institutions, And NGOs to enhance GBV prevention and response efforts.

Policy Advocacy

This program involves training, research, and advocacy on women's human rights, leadership development, economic empowerment, and social development.

Economic Empowerment

WIDO focuses on uplifting women and GBV survivors through skill-building programs, vocational training, and access to resources, aiming to break the cycle of dependence associated with GBV.

Citizen Engagement And Leadership

At WIDO, we are dedicated to fostering positive change in the fight against gender-based violence (GBV). Our citizen engagement and leadership service is a cornerstone of our mission,