BACK O SCHOOL CAMPAIGNE :EMPOWERING 100 ORPHANS/DISABLE CHILDREN OF St. Arnile Marie Handicap/Orphanage Center

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.

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Empowering Communities for Climate Resilience and Social Justice 2024 project

“Empowering Communities for Climate Resilience and Social Justice!

We are thrilled to share the completion of our 6 months project themed: “Empowering Communities for Climate Resilience and Social Justice” in Mabanda, Douala!

From July to December 2024, the Association for Women Empowerment Cameroon (AWEC) worked closely with the Mabanda community to build their capacity to address climate change and promote social justice.

Key activities included:

1) Workshop: Building the capacity of community members to address climate change

2) Advocacy: Raising awareness and influencing policy change on climate justice

3) Community Outreach: Engaging with community members to promote climate resilience and social justice

We are grateful for the support from our funding partners GenEgaliteECCAS and Women for a Change, Cameroon for making this project a reality.

Together, we continue to build resilient communities that thrive in the face of climate change!

#ClimateResilience

#SocialJustice

#CommunityEmpowerment

#AWEC

#ClimateActionNow

#climatejustice

#climatecrisis

#climatefunding

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16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence 2024

“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

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025

International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 theme is: ” Unpacking STEM: Her Voice in Science “.

This day is intended to recognise the significant achievements and contributions of women and girls in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

The commemoration also marks the importance of gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls across the world, celebrating their successful leadership in the world of science and technology.

Despite various efforts, there is still a considerable gender imbalance in the field of science and technology on a global scale.

Although many initiatives have been established to engage women and girls in scientific fields, a significant gap in their participation continues to exist.

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for 2030 also highlight gender equality in science as an essential component of its agenda.

Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025.

#stemeducation

#womenempowerment

#HerVoiceInScience

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International Women’s Day 2025

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

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For ALL Women and Girls: The Beijing+30 Action Agenda:

For ALL Women and Girls: The Beijing+30 Action Agenda:

UN Women has organized a high-level side event to mark the global launch of the Beijing+30 Action Agenda.

Description

The proposed Beijing+30 Action Agenda aimed to achieve the following for ALL women and girls:

1-A digital revolution

2-Freedom from poverty

3-Zero violence

4-Full and equal decision-making power

5-Peace and security

6-Climate justice

These six actions have adolescent girls and young women at their core, and financing for gender equality and mobilizing gender data as foundations for change. Together, these six actions will help to realize the vision of the Beijing Platform for Action and accelerate delivery of the SDGs.

Objectives:

Present and launch the Beijing + 30 Action Agenda, building on the Secretary-General’s review report and the CSW69 Political Declaration;

Align the Beijing+30 Action Agenda with national priorities and objectives to achieve the SDGs;

Build global momentum to ensure its full implementation.

#CSW69

#BeijingPlus30

#SDGs

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SPEECH OF THE UN SECRETARY GENERAL

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

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CSW 69 UN WOMEN SIDE EVENT

One of today’s side events was on the theme:

Reflections and Resolve: Civil Society Pathways to Push Forward for Gender Equality.

The side-event offered an invaluable opportunity to unite civil society voices across the regions, including Generation Equality stakeholders, harness shared experiences, ite civil society voices across the regions, including Generation Equality stakeholders, harness shared experiences, and build a stronger, more resilient movement capable of advancing the Beijing Platform for Action agenda and driving meaningful change for women and girls around the world.

The side-event also brought together youth leaders and activists, adolescent leaders, drawing on the Youth Forums that accompanied some of the regional convenings.

#CSW69

#UNWomen

#BeijingPlus30

#ForAllWomenAndGirls

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World Earth Day 2025

Today, on this 55th anniversary of World Earth Day – April 22, 2025 – we at AWEC join the global call under the powerful theme: “Our Power, Our Planet.” Let’s renew our unwavering commitment to protecting the precious environment that sustains us all, with a strong emphasis on achieving a double increase in renewable energy by the year 2030.

🌱🌳🌍 Our collective aim is to secure the well-being of our environment and the vitality of our ecosystems. A crucial pathway to this goal lies in reducing our reliance on fossil fuels, actively working to mitigate climate change, and championing sustainable practices in every facet of our lives.

Each one of us holds the power to contribute meaningfully:

➡️ By championing and investing in renewable energy projects.

➡️ By actively minimizing our individual carbon footprints.

➡️ By becoming strong voices for sustainable practices within our communities.

A healthier, safer world for all is within our reach! It starts with the actions we take, together.

Happy World Earth Day from all of us at AWEC!

#AWEC#WorldEarthDay#EarthDay2025#CleanEnergy#Sustainability#CarbonReduction#EnvironmentalWellbeing#ActOnClimate#EcosystemHealth

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Empowering Tomorrow: Youth, Biodiversity, and the Call to Action

Empowering Tomorrow: Youth, Biodiversity, and the Call to Action

Once upon a time—not long ago—the global community woke up to a shared realization: our planet’s incredible variety of life was vanishing. Forests were shrinking, coral reefs were bleaching, and species that once roamed freely now faced extinction. In response, the world came together in 1992 at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro to adopt the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)—a landmark agreement aimed at protecting the rich tapestry of life on Earth.

From this agreement, the International Day for Biological Diversity (May 22) was born. It became more than a date—it became a movement. A yearly reminder that we must not only appreciate the natural world but also take bold steps to protect it.

Fast forward to May 23, 2025, in the warm, bustling town of Buea, Cameroon, the spirit of this global day came alive in a vibrant gathering at the ASTI Library Hall, University of Buea. Spearheaded by the Community-Based Climate Association (COBCA), the event echoed this year’s theme: “Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development.”

But this wasn’t just another commemoration. It was a rallying cry for youth-led innovation. AWEC (Association for Women Empowerment Cameroon) joined hands with key partners—ESSA, AWEC, MINEPDED, VoNaT, and BRIGES—to explore seven powerful pillars of action under the theme. The day was filled with energy, insight, and hope.

Imagine sitting in a room where a representative from MINEPDED is breaking down Cameroon’s policy framework on biodiversity. Or hearing from the CEO of BRIGES, who captivated the audience with ocean conservation strategies—challenging youth to think beyond the shorelines.

The storytelling continued with the CEO of VoNaT, who reminded everyone that environmental activism doesn’t start with age, experience, or funding—it starts with passion. A passionate voice that pushes boundaries and demands a better future. That passion echoed when a lecturer in environmental science at UB presented youth-driven solutions in renewable energy and waste management—real stories, real projects, real change.

Then came the call to action: a representative from the delegation of MINEPDED extended an open invitation for collaboration. “Don’t wait to be invited into the room,” they said. “Come in. Speak up. Build.”

The event concluded with an engaging quiz from the Ministry of Environment and an introduction to AWEC, where young women were encouraged to find their voice in the climate and biodiversity space.

At AWEC, we believe that empowering women is key to achieving environmental justice. When women lead, communities thrive, and nature flourishes. This year’s celebration wasn’t just about awareness—it was about awakening. About sowing the seeds of leadership, creativity, and resilience in young people—especially young women.

So, as the world reflects on World Biodiversity Day, we at AWEC invite you to join the story. Whether you’re a student, activist, scientist, or dreamer, your ideas and energy are the heartbeat of this movement.

Let’s not just live in harmony with nature. Let’s build it together.

#WorldBiodiversityDay#YouthEngagement#AWECVoices#BiodiversityMatters#WomenInClimate#SustainableDevelopment

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