On Saturday 30th May 2026, Association for women empowerment Cameroon-AWEC held an educative session with 30 young girls of Holy Child Comprehensive College Bomaka to commemorate the International Menstrual Hygiene Day on the theme:
“Menstrual Health, Psychosocial Wellbeing, and Breaking Social Barriers among Young Women.”
The outreach brought together 30 young girls who participated in interactive educational sessions on menstrual health, safe hygiene practices, reproductive health, dignity, empowerment, and the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding menstruation.Through engaging discussions, a panel session, and question-and-answer interactions, participants gained valuable knowledge and confidence to manage their menstrual health safely and with dignity.
As part of the activity, we distributed sanitary pads, wipes, and other essential menstrual hygiene materials to support the girls in their menstrual health journey.
We are grateful to the administration of Holy Child Comprehensive College for their collaboration and to all participants for their active engagement.
Together, we can create a world where every girl has access to menstrual health education, hygiene products, and the confidence to thrive without stigma.
1)Periods are normal.
Menstrual health is a right.
2) Empowered girls build stronger communities.

AssociationforWomenEmpowermentCameroon(AWEC)

MenstrualHygieneDay2026 #MenstrualHealthMatters #EndPeriodStigma #GirlChildEmpowerment #HealthEducation #BreakingBarriers #MenstrualDignity #EmpoweringGirls

On September 6, 2025, a visit was conducted to the St. Arnile Marie Handicap/Orphanage Center to support 100 pupils as part of the AWEC Back to School Campaign. Essential didactic materials, including books, pens, pencils, rulers, and erasers, were distributed to empower the children for their educational journey. The event was marked by the presence of the Hadassah Foundation, enhancing community engagement and support. Interactive sessions were held to discuss the importance of education and encourage the children to aspire toward their goals. Additionally, sensitization efforts focused on topics such as toxic masculinity, child protection, and violence prevention, aimed at promoting a healthier understanding of social issues among adolescents.

The visit significantly impacted the children, fostering a sense of empowerment and motivation as they received the necessary resources for their learning. The collaboration with the Hadassah Foundation and the awareness sessions on critical social issues contributed to a safer and more supportive environment for the children.

“Rebuilding After the Abuse”

As part of the 2024 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, Association for women Empowerment Cameroon-AWEC in collaboration with Mother Of Hope Cameroon – Mohcam carried out sensitization activities in several schools in Douala including:

@CEGETCollege

@NguessonCharlesCollege

@DivineVisionNurseryAndPrimarySchool

We discussed critical topics such as toxic masculinity and school-related GBV, empowering pupils, students and teachers with knowledge and skills to prevent and respond to GBV.

This year’s theme, “Rebuilding After the Abuse”, reminds us that healing and recovery are possible, and that together, we can create a supportive community that empowers survivors to rebuild their lives after the abuse.

Special thanks to Sonkegenderjustice. for funding this initiative, and to our partners Reach Out REO and MenEngage Alliance Cameroon for their support!

#16DaysOfActivismAgainstGenderBasedViolence

#gbvawareness

#RebuildingAfterTheAbuse

#endgbvnow

#unfpacameroun

AWEC’s Community Sensitization Campaign for International Women’s Day 2025

Association for Women Empowerment Cameroon-AWEC joins the international community to commemorate the 40th Edition Of the International Women’s Day!

The campaign highlighted six essential messages: Equal Rights, Equal Opportunities, Equal Power, Zero Discrimination, Zero Violence, and Peace and Security. The AWEC team emphasized their commitment to raising awareness and creating a supportive environment for women’s rights, urging the community to unite in amplifying these messages to foster a safer and more equitable future for everyone.

Together, we speak against limitations. We speak to encourage diversity which promotes communities where all woman and girls can achieve their dreams without barriers.

Happy International Women’s Day 2025

“Together we thrive”.

#IWD2025

#AccelerateAction2025

Reach Out

Women for a Change, Cameroon

#MenEngage

#genecas

#GlobalFundforWomen

#UNWomen

Cameroon Unfpa

Sonkegenderjustice.

Common Action for Gender Development-COMAGEND Cameroon

#AmplifyChange

MenEngage Alliance Cameroon

Mother Of Hope Cameroon – Mohcam

The UN Secretary-General speaking at the #SGTownhall meeting.

“In these days of danger, civil society is the driver that makes a difference, and we proudly stand in United Nations with all those women’s rights defenders around the world:

demanding equality,

demanding your rights,

ensuring that women and girls are heard,

and holding leaders to their words.”

#CSW69

#ForAllWomenAndGirls