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Established 2009 - Operating in 38 countries

For all women,
in every corner
of the world.

We invest in women's movements, amplify their stories, and create platforms for change across cultures and borders.

15+
Years of Impact
38
Countries Reached
120K+
Women Empowered
240+
Global Partners
Active Programs

Where we focus our energy

Six interconnected thematic areas, each with a portfolio of programs and partners.

Education & Skills

Building capacities for the next generation of women leaders through fellowships, scholarships, and mentorship.

5 active programs

Health & Wellbeing

Advancing women's health, mental wellness, and gender-sensitive healthcare access worldwide.

4 active programs

Economic Empowerment

Supporting women's economic independence through entrepreneurship, fair wages, and financial literacy.

6 active programs
Featured Story

"I learned to read at 32. Now I teach other women to do the same."

After fleeing conflict in Sudan, Fatima arrived at a refugee camp in Chad with three children and no formal schooling. Today, she runs a literacy circle that has helped 84 women in her community read for the first time.

Read her story
Now Showing

Current Exhibitions

AUG
30
Art & Culture

Threads of Her: Women Weaving Change

New York, GWF Main Gallery - Through Aug 30, 2026

OCT
12
Literature

Mother Tongues: Poetry in Diaspora

London, Tate Modern - Through Oct 12, 2026

DEC
20
Photography

Unseen Voices: Portraits from the Margins

Geneva + Online - Opens Sep 15

All Exhibitions
What's On

Upcoming Events

JUL
22
Talk

Women in Tech Ethics: A Conversation

Online - 19:00 GMT / 03:00 CST

AUG
05
Workshop

Fellowship Application Workshop

Online - 14:00 GMT / 22:00 CST

SEP
12
Conference

Global Women's Summit 2026

Geneva, Switzerland - 3 days

Full Calendar
▸ Community Calendar

Next Month — Meet Your Neighbors

Three in-person gatherings. Whether you're new to us or a longtime friend — there's something for everyone.

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07/12
▸ Community Meetup

Beijing Family Day

Saturday afternoon · Chaoyang Cultural Center · Bring the kids for crafts and tea.

👥 38 registered·Free
07/19
▸ Workshop

Crafts Dialogue Workshop

Meet 6 African textile artists face-to-face — learn traditional techniques and hear their stories.

👥 16 / 20 spots·$12
07/26
▸ Online Talk

Donor Appreciation Gathering

Online via Zoom · Twice a year · Hear project leads share frontline stories and ask anything.

👥 124 registered·Donors only
▸ Volunteers of the Month

3 a Month — Our Community Heroes

Each volunteer contributes 8+ hours per month. Translators, photographers, mental health companions, event coordinators — they keep us moving forward.

+ Become a Volunteer
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Yuxin Chen

▸ Translation Volunteer

"Translation is more than converting words — it's bridging cultures."

Serving for 14 months
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Bowen Lin

▸ Photographer

"I want my camera to show the world their smiles."

Serving for 8 months
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Siyu Wang

▸ Mental Health Companion

"Companionship is the most enduring way to say I care."

Serving for 22 months
▸ Thank You

Because of You — We Can Go Further

The trust of 2,847 individuals and 64 corporate partners made every 2025 program possible.

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Together with 2,847 individual donors and 64 corporate partners · See full list

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Five ways to stand with women worldwide

Every gift creates ripple effects of change.

100% of donations go directly to programs supporting women worldwide.

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News & Updates

Jul 02, 2026
Foundation News

2026 Annual Impact Report: A Year of Collective Power

Jun 18, 2026
Field Story

Voices from Nairobi: Three Women Reshaping Tech Ethics

Jun 05, 2026
Press Release

GWF Partners with UNESCO on Global Women's Cultural Initiative

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