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A Global Movement Born from Purpose
Women Helping Women is a global, award-winning not-for-profit dedicated to empowering women and girls, vital for creating sustainable change that strengthens their voice in society.
Resources and opportunity, within reach
Women Helping Women (WHW) is a global and award-winning not-for-profit dedicated to empowering women and girls through education, entrepreneurship, STEM, skills acquisition, and micro-grants for start-up businesses, vital for creating sustainable change that enhances their economic status and strengthens their voice in society.
By providing access to resources and opportunities, we help women and girls build confidence, develop essential skills, and ultimately contribute to their communities.
From a Canadian chapter to a global force
Women Helping Women For A Sustainable Tomorrow Foundation was founded with a singular conviction: that empowering women is the most powerful force for sustainable development.
What began in Canada has grown into a global organization reaching women across continents through education, leadership development, mentorship and entrepreneurship.
To create a global movement of empowered women through STEM, education, entrepreneurship, and skill acquisition, advancing their economic and gender integrity for a sustainable future.
In commitment to this, Women Helping Women is progressing the global work on gender equality through the Generation Equality Pyramid of Genderpreneur Initiative.
Her Excellency Apostle Prof. Elizabeth Pedro, Ph.D (CGPA)
Prof. Elizabeth Pedro is a globally recognized humanitarian, faith leader, and advocate for gender equality. As the CEO, Global President & Founder of WHW, she has dedicated her life to championing women’s rights, building communities of healing and hope, and creating systems that elevate women from vulnerability to visibility.
Under her leadership, the Foundation has grown from a Canadian chapter to a Global force.
The visionaries guiding our mission
A dedicated network that guides our global mission and expands our reach into new communities.
Global Ambassadors
The face of the Foundation championing our pillars of education, healing, and entrepreneurship across their nations as advocates, influencers, and connectors.
Board of Advisors
Strategic oversight and governance ensuring the Foundation operates with integrity, sustainability, and transparency drawing on experts from diverse sectors.
Global Leadership Team
From regional coordinators to program leads, the professionals who manage day-to-day operations and bridge the gap between vision and impact.
36 chapters in 17 countries
Headquartered in Canada, WHW is a truly global organization with chapters in major countries and cities around the world.
- Gaborone
- Palapye
- Maun
- Hukuntsi / Tsabony
- Francistown
- Ontario
- Alberta
- Saskatoon
- France
- Accra
- Firenze
- Nairobi
- Malawi
- Namibia
- Edo / Delta
- Lagos
- Abuja
- Jos
- Ondo
- Kigali
- Senegal
- South Africa
- Limpopo
- Sweden
- Togo
- Chapala
- United Kingdom
- Virginia
- Ohio
- Georgia
- Florida
- California
- North Carolina
- West Virginia
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
What we stand for
Dignity
Every woman deserves to be seen, heard, and valued.
Equity
Breaking systemic barriers that hold women back.
Empowerment
Giving women the tools to rise and lead.
Community
Collective strength through sisterhood and solidarity.
Sustainability
Creating lasting change for generations to come.
The women and communities at our heart
Our programs are built for those who need them most — reaching women and communities across every stage of their journey.
Girls & Women
Aged 18–45, building skills and independence.
Young Mothers
Support to nurture families and futures.
Low-Income Communities
Opportunity where resources are scarce.
Survivors of GBV & Early Marriage
Healing, safety and a path forward.
Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Micro-grants and mentorship to launch and grow.
Aligned with the UN Global Goals
Our work directly advances five of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals — contributing to a fairer, more sustainable world.