We Rise By Lifting Others
PWEDF is a non-profit organization committed to empowering women and children through education, skills training, financial literacy, and economic opportunities.
Our Mission
To empower women and children through education, skills training, economic opportunities, and community support to build sustainable futures.
Our Vision
A Nigeria where every woman has the skills, resources, and opportunities to build a dignified, economically independent life.
Our Approach
Community-led, data-driven, culturally sensitive programs that build on the existing strengths of women rather than treating them as passive recipients.
Our Core Values
100% Transparent
Every donation is tracked, audited, and reported with full accountability to our donors and beneficiaries.
Community-Driven
Our programs are designed with and by the communities we serve, ensuring relevance and lasting impact.
Sustainable Impact
We build skills and systems that last, creating change that ripples across generations.
Women-Centered
We place women's agency, dignity, and leadership at the heart of everything we do.
Dr. Annette Mubarak
Founder & President
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Vice President & Executive Director
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Prof. Kenneth Amechi Ife
Grand Patron
B.Sc, Ph.D, MBA, LL.M, C.Eng, MBIM, FNSM, SFEDI
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The People Behind PWEDF
Leadership Hierarchy
Lady Rona Erusiafe Ughwujabo
Delta State Coordinator
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Mrs. Victoria J. Dauda
Niger State Coordinator
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Ms. Irena Zawistowska
Diaspora Coordinator
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Mrs. Maureen Emodi
Anambra State Coordinator
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Princess Lucy Ugbesia
Edo State Coordinator
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Engr. Rita A. Emmanuel
Rivers State Coordinator
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Mrs. Habiba Yusuf
Kogi State Coordinator
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Milestones of Progress
Foundation Established
PWEDF formally registered, launched inaugural skills training cohort with 12 women.
Community Expansion
Expanded to 5 communities, launched financial literacy curriculum, trained first 200 women.
National Recognition
Received National Women Empowerment Award, secured first government partnership.
Scaling Impact
Launched entrepreneurship program, supported 300+ businesses, reached 20 communities.
International Visibility
Featured at UN Women conference, secured international donors, crossed 1,500 beneficiaries.
Milestone Achievement
2,500+ women empowered, 650+ businesses running, ₦120M+ economic impact generated.
