The Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID) is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to advancing women’s rights and social justice globally, with a mission to strengthen and amplify the collective power of women’s rights advocates and movements. Founded in 1982, AWID has earned a strong reputation as a leading voice in the feminist and women’s rights space, recognized for its advocacy, research, and support of women-led movements worldwide.

The organization fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values collaboration, innovation, and respect for diversity, offering employees a supportive environment that emphasizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a shared commitment to social change. AWID provides job opportunities that align with its mission of advancing gender equality, often offering flexible work arrangements to suit a global workforce.

Over the years, the organization has evolved from a small advocacy group into a global network with a wide-reaching influence across continents, drawing attention to critical issues such as economic justice, reproductive rights, and violence against women. AWID’s business model blends grassroots advocacy with high-level policy engagement, enabling it to create impactful, evidence-based campaigns and initiatives. Its core values of accountability, transparency, equality, and respect drive its operations, ensuring that the organization remains dedicated to advancing human rights and environmental sustainability through its corporate social responsibility initiatives. AWID’s global presence and commitment to change can be explored further at www.awid.org.