FOEPAGIWO
Cause Area
- Children & Youth
- Computers & Technology
- Education & Literacy
- Sports & Recreation
- Women
Location
KNCUGinnery AreaMoshi, Kilimanjaro 1609 MoshiTanzania TanzaniaWebsite:
https://www.foepagiwo.or.tz/
Organization Information
Mission Statement
At FOEPAGIWO, we are dedicated to empowering girls and women to unlock their hidden potential through education, empowerment initiatives, health guidance, and counseling. Our mission is to inspire and support them in realizing their full capabilities, fostering self-awareness, and building healthier, more informed lives. We believe in the transformative power of education and empowerment, and we are committed to creating a future where every girl and woman can thrive.
Description
The Foundation for Equal Participation of Girls and Women (FOEPAGIWO) is a legally registered NGO in Tanzania (Reg. No. 00NGO\R\0311), operating in Kilimanjaro since 2019. We were founded to combat the high levels of illiteracy, unemployment, and social injustice faced by girls and women in the region.
Our Projects
Binti Darasani
- Objective: Support girls in Moshi with education essentials, enabling them to attend primary and secondary school.
- Beneficiaries: Girls from single-parent families, orphans, and low-income households, identified with local authorities.
- Impact: Tackles gender disparity in education, helping girls achieve financial stability and break the poverty cycle.
- Achievements: Sponsored 20 girls, providing fees, uniforms, stationery, and monthly toiletries.
Binti na Hedhi Salama
- Objective: Educate girls on menstrual hygiene, increase access to sanitary wear, and reduce menstruation stigma.
- Scope: Operating in 6 public schools in Moshi, focusing on class 6 girls.
- Achievements: Reached over 20 schools, donated 1,000+ pads, and provided 500 reusable sanitary towels.