A sustainable, community-based support network
AWEF seeks to give African women, refugees and asylum seekers, and their children, the power of making decisions on their own, through access to information and resources that help them make proper decisions, options from which they can choose for themselves, and the ability to exercise assertiveness within collective decision-making.
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Built on transparency & accountability
Every penny donated goes directly to funding our community programmes. As a registered charity, we take our financial accountability and reporting responsibilities seriously.
Transparent
Full financial accountability. Every donation is tracked and reported, and our work is open to our members and the public.
Registered Charity
AWEF is a registered charity in England & Wales (No. 1191388), compliant with Charity Commission requirements and reporting obligations.
Community-Led
Run by African women, for African women. Our leadership and delivery teams come directly from the communities we serve.
A frontline organisation led by women, for women
AWEF is a leading charity based in the East Midlands, providing holistic support to African women across the UK and internationally. We are a community-based, sustainable support network led by women who understand the needs of women.
We create infrastructure to address inequality across health, education, social inclusion and economic needs — empowering African women, refugees and asylum seekers locally, nationally and globally.
Five pillars of holistic support
Our work is organised around the areas that matter most to the women and families we serve.
Health
Our WRAP programme supports women navigating migration trauma, domestic violence and life crises, alongside practical health guidance.
Education
Access to qualifications and livelihood skills that open doors to employment, independence and long-term stability.
Social Inclusion
Community events and connection so African women can meet others and build meaningful relationships across shared interests.
Economic Empowerment
Practical tools, mentorship and networks to help women build sustainable businesses, from initial idea through to full deployment.
Environment
Our Green Black Ambassador initiative engages communities in environmental awareness and action.
Join us and help us help our community
There are three simple ways to stand with the women and families AWEF supports.
Join
Become a member of our community and get guaranteed mentorship, coaching and a network of women who understand your journey.
Join the forum →Contribute
Your donation directly funds health support, education access and community programmes for African women and their families.
Make a donation →Volunteer
Lend your time and skills. We engage in a range of community activities and would love to have you on the team.
Volunteer with us →“I take this opportunity to show my gratitude towards my medical contributions in the year 2021. We thank God that I'm tumour-free. AWEF played a very huge role — 80% of the contributions came from them and the surgery was a success. We cleared the hospital bill and everything needed for my wellbeing. I have no pains or anything and the hair is all grown. May God bless you abundantly — words are not enough but thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.”