Every year, June 23rd marks a powerful global observance, “International Widows Day”, a day dedicated by the United Nations, to recognising and addressing the unique challenges faced by millions of widows around the world. It’s more than a calendar date; it’s a call to action, a moment of remembrance and a celebration of courage.
Spotlight on African Widows
In many African countries, widowhood carries layers of stigma and suffering. From harmful traditional practices to legal disenfranchisement, African widows are often left to navigate grief, shame and survival alone.
African Wonder Women Organisation CIC: A Voice for the Forgotten
African Wonder Women Organisation CIC believes that “Every Emotion Is Valid™”, and every woman deserves emotional support, dignity and empowerment, regardless of her status.
Through:
- Community healing Events And Workshops
- The “Every Emotion Is Valid™” Seminars
- The “Every Emotion Is Valid™” Annual Conventions
- Safe spaces to “Speak the Unspeakable Through Creativity” and “Unwind Sip ‘N’ Create
- Peer support and empowerment programmes
Work Still To Be Done
While progress has been made, much remains:
- Laws need to change to protect widows’ rights across Africa.
- Mental health services must be more accessible.
- Stigmas must be challenged in homes, communities and cultures.
- Funding must be increased for grassroots organisations supporting widows’ recovery and empowerment.
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Final Thoughts
Join our EVERY EMOTION IS VALID CONVENTION on October 24th and 25th.
Let us “Break The Stigma”
Let us challenge the treatment
Let us honour the stories that rise from grief and build bridges of healing, hope and transformation.
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