Girls and Women Empowerment Network - GWEN

Girls and Women Empowerment Network - GWEN Empowering Adolescent Girls and Young Women through creation of safe spaces for learning, sharing and thriving.

💬 Tuesday TalkTalking about our feelings can improve emotional well-being and reduce feelings of isolation. When women a...
02/06/2026

💬 Tuesday Talk

Talking about our feelings can improve emotional well-being and reduce feelings of isolation. When women are encouraged to share, they often realise they are not alone in their experiences.

Yet many women carry stress, worries, and challenges on their own, unsure of who to turn to or hesitant to open up.

As a woman, who do you talk to when you're struggling?

Do you have someone you can trust with your thoughts, feelings, and experiences?

Let’s talk 👇



Diakonia Friendship Bench - Zimbabwe Ministry of Health and Child Care Ministry of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Dev.

30/05/2026

🔊 SOUND ON! You need to hear what Kumbirai and Alice are saying. 🔊

Look at how easily and confidently their hands move across those sewing machines, creating beautiful curtain laces.
But the real magic is what they are talking about while they work.

In this video, Kumbirai and Alice share their stories. They talk about how they are making lace curtain, and how this entire experience is completely changing their lives.

🔥 JOIN THE CONVERSATION!
Watch the full video to see their amazing progress and feel the energy in the room!
👇 Drop a comment below and tell us
What does women’s empowerment mean to you when you look at Kumbirai and Alice today? Let’s celebrate them in the comments! 🗣️👇

Fepa
Diakonia
Ministry of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Dev.
Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training
Apostolic Women Empowerment Trust
Female Student Network Trust
ShamwariYemwanasikana
Institute of Women Social Workers
Alliance of Community Based Organisations - ACBOs
Fathers Against Abuse
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29/05/2026

We’ve been quiet on here for a bit, but behind the scenes at the Girls and Women Empowerment Network - GWEN the sewing machines have been humming and real transformation is happening!

Today, we want you to meet Yvonne an incredible young woman from Seke Ward 7. She is one of our dedicated trainees in the P.O.W.E.R Project (People and Organizations Working for Equality and Rights) supported by Diakonia Diakonia.

👇 Watch the video below to see her incredible journey! 👇
"I didn't even know how to thread a sewing machine when I first started..."

In this video, Yvonne takes us through her amazing progress. From mastering the very basics of handling a machine, she and her peers have already successfully designed and stitched beautiful bonnets and wrappers (aprons)

When you equip a young woman with a skill, you change the trajectory of an entire community.

Join us in celebrating Yvonne and the entire cohort's hard work in the comments! 👇🎨

Periods are natural, but period poverty is a barrier that too many girls still face. This Menstrual Hygiene Day, we are ...
28/05/2026

Periods are natural, but period poverty is a barrier that too many girls still face.

This Menstrual Hygiene Day, we are calling on our community to help create a period-friendly world by donating sanitary pads to girls and women in vulnerable communities.

A pad donation is more than just a product — it is dignity, confidence, health and the chance for a girl to stay in school without interruption.

Together, we can break the stigma and ensure no girl is held back because of her period.



We Are One Fund Fepa Girls Not Brides Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Botswana IM Swedish Development Partner Southern Africa Embassy of Switzerland to Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe Stayfree Sanitary Aid Zimbabwe Trust
Always Sofy

Today, on Menstrual Hygiene Day, we join the global call to build a world where every girl and woman can manage her peri...
28/05/2026

Today, on Menstrual Hygiene Day, we join the global call to build a world where every girl and woman can manage her period with dignity, confidence and pride. 🌸💜

This year’s theme, “Together for a Period Friendly World,” reminds us that menstrual health is not just a women’s issue — it is a community issue, a human rights issue, and a development issue.

Too many girls still miss school, face stigma, or lack access to safe menstrual products and information. Together, we can change that by creating supportive spaces where girls and women are empowered to thrive without shame or limitations.

Let’s continue breaking the stigma, promoting menstrual health education, and ensuring access for all.



Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Botswana
Embassy of Switzerland to Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe Fepa Diakonia We Are One Fund

Wise Up WednesdayMany young women silently struggle with stress, anxiety, and emotional pressure every day, yet their ch...
27/05/2026

Wise Up Wednesday

Many young women silently struggle with stress, anxiety, and emotional pressure every day, yet their challenges are often ignored or dismissed.

Too often, girls and young women carry these burdens in silence because they fear judgment, misunderstanding, or not being taken seriously. These barriers are real and can impact confidence, relationships, academic performance, and overall well-being.

True support means creating spaces where young women feel safe to speak openly, where their emotions are treated with care, and where their experiences are heard without bias. It means building communities that respond to their realities, rather than dismissing them.

When a young woman feels supported and understood, she is empowered to care for her mental wellbeing, build confidence, and navigate life with strength.

What can we do?
- Promote safe and supportive spaces
- Encourage open conversations about mental health
- Challenge stigma and judgment

Because support is not just about being present; it’s about safety, understanding, and respect.



Diakonia Fepa We Are One Fund Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Botswana Embassy of Switzerland to Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe IM Swedish Development Partner Southern Africa Girls Not Brides Obama Foundation Friendship Bench - Zimbabwe Musasa Women's Coalition of Zimbabwe

GWEN had the privilege of attending the World AIDS Day commemorations at Dunnotar School on 22 May, facilitated by the N...
26/05/2026

GWEN had the privilege of attending the World AIDS Day commemorations at Dunnotar School on 22 May, facilitated by the National AIDS Council of Zimbabwe.

The event brought together young people, families, community members and organisations, including Youth Advocates, the Zimbabwe Republic Police - ZRP Victim Friendly Unit, Population Solutions for Health, and many others committed to promoting health, awareness and safe spaces within our communities.

Through interactive engagements and youth-friendly services, community members accessed SRHR information, HIV awareness and testing services, counselling, GBV support information, and referrals to essential health services.

Moments like these remind us of the importance of community-led conversations in breaking stigma, encouraging access to services, and empowering young people with knowledge that protects and transforms lives. 💙



Diakonia Fepa Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Botswana We Are One Fund

Today, we celebrate the beauty, strength, resilience, and limitless potential of African women and girls. From our roots...
25/05/2026

Today, we celebrate the beauty, strength, resilience, and limitless potential of African women and girls. From our roots to our future, African girls deserve safe spaces where they can learn, lead, dream and thrive without fear or limitation.

At GWEN, we remain committed to empowering girls and young women through education, dignity, mentorship, and opportunity.

Let’s continue creating a future where every African girl is seen, supported, and empowered to shine.



No girl should miss school, lose confidence, or feel ashamed simply because of her period. 💜GWEN is appealing for sanita...
21/05/2026

No girl should miss school, lose confidence, or feel ashamed simply because of her period. 💜

GWEN is appealing for sanitary pad donations to support adolescent girls in rural Seke and help fight period poverty. Your donation can help restore dignity, confidence, and continued participation in school for girls and young women.

🎯 Target: 200 pads

Every pack donated makes a difference. Together, we can create safe spaces and brighter futures for girls and young women.

📍 Drop-off points:
• Women’s Coalition of Zimbabwe Offices – 31 Harvey Brown Milton Park, Harare
• GWEN Offices – Corner Tilcor/Telone Building Zengeza 2, Chitungwiza



We Are One Fund Fepa Girls Not Brides Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Botswana IM Swedish Development Partner Southern Africa Embassy of Switzerland to Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe Stayfree Sanitary Aid Zimbabwe Trust Always Sofy

19/05/2026

✨ One of the highlights at the World Café was watching young women dive into an SRHR-themed game of Snakes and Ladders, where every move on the board sparked meaningful conversations and learning moments!

From discussions around menstrual health and HIV prevention to consent and sexual reproductive health rights, the game transformed SRHR education into a fun, interactive and engaging experience. 💜

Using play as a vehicle for learning allowed young women to openly participate, ask questions, share ideas and build knowledge in a safe and relaxed environment. It was more than just a game — it was a creative way of empowering young women with information that supports healthier choices and brighter futures.



Diakonia Fepa We Are One Fund Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Botswana Catalyst Foundation Population Services Zimbabwe UN Girls' Education Initiative Ambassade de France au Zimbabwe Women's Coalition of Zimbabwe Family Support Trust IM Swedish Development Partner Southern Africa Embassy of Switzerland to Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe

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