About Us

Women in Water and Natural Resources Conservation

Women in Water and Natural Resources Conservation (WWANC) is a pioneering women-led organization based in Kenya, dedicated to advancing gender equality, sustainable development, and climate resilience. Founded in 2011 by two visionary leaders, WWANC strives to empower women socially, economically, and politically while actively mitigating the impacts of climate change.

10

Years Of Experience

Our mission at WWANC is centered on promoting and safeguarding the rights of women and girls through their meaningful inclusion and participation in community development initiatives. Our overarching goal is to create equitable access to social and economic opportunities, thereby fostering empowerment for women and children alike.

At the heart of WWANC's efforts lies the belief that empowering women catalyzes broader societal progress. By ensuring women's full participation and positive impact in development processes, WWANC aims to drive sustainable change that benefits entire communities.

Through our work, WWANC remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring that women are integral to and benefit equitably from all aspects of development. Our motivation stems from the conviction that empowering women not only elevates their status but also enriches the social fabric and resilience of society as a whole.

MISSION

Promoting resilient communities through health, education, climate and economic justice for grassroots women in Africa.

VISION

Have a community where women are equipped for sustainable development.

OBJECTIVES

  1. Biodiversity conservation
  2. Climate change mitigation
  3. Empowering women to take on leadership roles in their communities, organization and the society through training, mentorship and networking opportunities.
  4. Empowering women economically through providing training, resource and support for women to start businesses, gain financial independence and overcome economic barriers
  5. To conduct programs for promoting awareness in the people in connection with environmental issues, promoting sustainable practices and raising awareness about the importance of conservation.
  6. Community engagement and empowerment by involving the community in conservation and supporting sustainable livelihoods
  7. Promoting sustainable practices in the use of natural resources such as water and forests to ensure their long-term viability and avoid depletion.