Improve the Lives of Former Child-Soldier Women

WEND Africa (WOMEN EMPOWERMENT NETWORK and DESIGN) founded in Uganda is a 501(c)3 non-profit in the United States. A social enterprise organization that is empowering the local community in Uganda and those who were affected by the war. Wend Africa employs and support women who were forced to be child soldiers during the war in Northern Uganda.

During war, many women were raped and the women who were lucky enough to have escaped or rescued, often returned with children some HIV positive and many more dropped out of school, many of these women came home with children belonging to LRA commanders and have no formal education or skills to provide for them. Wend Africa supports these women by providing skills training, formal education and employment to make bags, purses, crafts and jewelry. On returning home, the women and children were ostracized due to their former affiliation with the rebels. Taken captive at a tender age, many lacked a basic education. Many were left without the means to support themselves and their children. Due to high poverty level in Northern Uganda very many young boys and girls are dropping out of school due to lack of money and therefore most school drop-out prefers to join vocational training as an easy way to earn income.

CELEBRATE THE WOMAN BEHIND WEND - JOLLY OKOT!

Jolly has dedicated her life to improving the lives of women in Northern Uganda.

AND HER BIRTHDAY IS THIS WEEK!

When we asked Jolly what she wanted for her birthday, she said "funds for the program". This is why we are here today! Let's celebrate Jolly and her belief that "nothing is more powerful than education; for it is the vehicle of hope and the instigator of lasting change."

Let’s come together to celebrate Jolly’s birthday by continuing her mission of hope, empowerment, and transformation.

Every contribution makes an impact. Join us in changing lives!

100% of our staff are volunteers; so, 100% of your donation goes to the women who need it most.

WEND AFRICA is a 501 (c)(3) registered nonprofit.

Donations are tax-deductible. EIN: 47-3371092