Being in that space safety plans with accessibility in mind has transformed me a lot, having confidence and creating safe spaces for women with in myself and to be the voice of the voiceless. [...] When you’re in the network, in – the community, the workplace, even one day you will shine – in our homes, in government.” in our communities.” - Ellen Tamata If you would like to further Ellen Tamata is the Disability Inclusion Coordinator support our work for in the ActionAid-supported network, Women I Tok Tok Tugeta (Women Talk Together) and its disability women’s rights, please chapter WITTT S. [...] As a member of the local Women’s Association, she knows how to prepare for climate disasters and how to support women and children in its aftermath. [...] © Moses Thuranira / ActionAid Women in Kenya are developing kitchen gardens, a practical and sustainable solution to the challenge of putting food on the table in the face of droughts and floods. [...] Women leading the way Lauren Hicks, Head of Social Impact at QBE Insurance, shares her reflections on the In Vanuatu, women are supporting each visit: “During my trip, I saw true ingenuity other to take the lead in the face of the and entrepreneurial thinking through the climate crisis and disasters like cyclones.
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Table of Contents
- When Evelyn was forced into an underage marriage she was only 11 years old. 1
- Strong resourceful insightful women are leading their families and communities through some of the biggest crises happening today. 1
- Were so grateful for incredible people like you who contributed over 410000 for women on the frontlines of disasters around the world. 1
- Thank you for creating a world where all women can thrive. 1
- Together we empower women and change the world. 1
- As a teenager Ellen began to experience pain swelling and stiffness in her body. She was diagnosed with muscular atrophy and soon after was confined to a wheelchair. 2
- They only see the disability in you 2
- When I first heard about the womens network my thoughts were will they accept a woman like me 2
- Anngie a dedicated mother of five works tirelessly in the sugarcane fields of Ilog the Philippines. 3
- Me and my family were very happy that we were one of the recipients of food packs given by ActionAid. 3
- It was a great help. We were able to consume the food for a week and share it with our neighbours. 3
- My life was completely transformed. I started selling produce from my farm to buy other household materials. 3
- Your support means so much in the face of widespread devastation in Gaza. Thank you for being a source of hope. 4
- In May a group of ActionAid supporters embarked on a memorable trip to Vanuatu. 5
- Thank you your support continues to change the world 6
- All her life Maxine has been curious about the world around her. 6
- I love ActionAid because they relate to the people they support. They help them to determine what they need for themselves. 6
