AFRIW means wing in the Berber language.
Our organisation was founded to lend wings to those who need them most and to help them spread their wings – that is, to protect and empower.
Mission
Empowering women, promoting peace, and safeguarding human rights, AFRIW is committed to creating a world where every individual thrives in safety and equality. Our mission is to create lasting positive change, standing up to the rights of all and contributing to a more peaceful and equitable global society.
Vision
Envisioning a world of universal human rights, lasting peace, and gender equality, AFRIW is dedicated to creating a harmonious global community. We aspire to end discrimination and violence, ensuring that all people are empowered and treated with dignity. We aim to contribute to a future where all individuals live in peace, enjoying their rights and opportunities without prejudice or fear.
Our approach
Championing Human Rights for All
At AFRIW, our approach to human rights is grounded on the belief that every individual, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances, deserves to live with dignity, freedom, and equality. We are dedicated to building a world where human rights are upheld, safeguarded, and realized for all. Our work is shaped by a strategic and comprehensive approach that integrates advocacy, education, direct support, and collaboration.
Themes
We focus in particular on the empowerment of women* and girls* and the strengthening of the role of women* in political, social and cultural life, in fields such as foreign policies, advocacy, peace and conflict studies and peace mediations/negotiations, especially through educational, social and leadership programmes.
Latest news
- UNHCR’s 2024 Mid-Year Report Highlights the State of Forced Displacement
The UNHCR’s 2024 Mid-Year Trends report reveals that forced displacement worldwide has reached a new peak, with over 122.6 million people displaced by mid-2024 due to ongoing conflicts, persecution, and human rights abuses. Notably, the conflicts in Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Myanmar, and the war in Ukraine continue to be major drivers, …Read more “UNHCR’s 2024 Mid-Year Report Highlights the State of Forced Displacement”
- The UN Summit of the Future
The United Nations’ “Summit of the Future,” held in New York this September, was a landmark event aimed at addressing critical global challenges and reinvigorating multilateralism. This summit, convened by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, resulted in the adoption of the “Pact for the Future,” a comprehensive agreement designed to tackle emerging crises while strengthening international … - Poland’s Recent Migration Strategy Amid Rising Populism
Poland’s migration strategy, “Regaining Control. Ensure Security,” has sparked controversy for prioritizing national security over international obligations. It proposes temporarily suspending asylum applications in response to perceived threats from Belarus and Russia, which critics argue contradicts EU principles and international refugee law. As an EU member, Poland must comply with EU asylum legislation and the …Read more “Poland’s Recent Migration Strategy Amid Rising Populism”