FORWARD (Foundation of Women's Health Research and Development) is the African women-led women's rights organisation working to end violence against women and girls.
About usTuWezeshe Akina Dada is our feminist leadership programme seeking to inspire a generation of young African women to: engage in the civil/political spheres and galvanise collective action against all forms of violence against women and girls. It aims to increase their visibility and capacity to shape decisions about their rights and freedoms.
Read about our programmeThis report examines some of the multifaceted barriers and fears that deter women from African, black and minoritised survivors of FGM and sexual violence from accessing cancer screening tests in London.
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As we mark FORWARD’s 40th anniversary we are thrilled to celebrate a truly special milestone as our Executive Director, Naana Otoo-Oyortey MBE, has been recognised as a UK Award Winner in the Top 50 Professional and Career Women of the Year Awards by Women in Management!🌟 Naana has been honoured as the EDI Advocate of the Year, recognising her exceptional leadership and tireless advocacy for gender justice, equality, and women’s rights.
Find out moreAs our Fundraising Manager, you’ll lead multi-stream fundraising, build partnerships, and strengthen our income to support lasting change for African women and girls.
Q&A with FORWARD's Executive Director
Students taught about their body and rights in UK schools since 2015.
Professionals trained on how to safeguard women and girls affected or at risk of FGM, since 2015
School girls and boys mobilised in Africa to know their rights and fight violence against women and girls in their schools and their communities.
To mark our 40th anniversary, join us in honouring our journey, celebrating our growth, and recognising the incredible changemakers who have stood with us.
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