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2007-2008 Annual Report Available

Our Annual Report 2007/08 is now available. The theme for this year’s report is Change through Partnership. We believe the most effective, and positive change is made through working in partnership with local women. Powerful evidence of this is the success of our partners for over 20 years in improving the lives of women and their communities in the Asia Pacific region.

The 2007 - 2008 Annual Report is available here in PDF format, enjoy reading the report!

Internship: Program development (Women’s Right to Peace and Security)

Internship: Program development (Women’s Right to Peace and Security)
Introduction
International Women’s Development Agency (IWDA) is an Australian-based non-government organisation. IWDA’s vision is for a just, equitable and sustainable world where women enjoy the full range of human rights, where women and men interact with dignity and respect, and where women have an effective voice in economic, [...]

Position Vacant: Executive Assistant/Office Manager

Executive Assistant/Office Manager
POSITION SUMMARY
This is a pivotal position within IWDA, enabling an organised, efficient and positive working environment to benefit all staff. This position provides assistance and support to the Executive Director, and general support to the IWDA staff, facilitating liaison, relationships, services, providing organisational and administrative coordination and support to enable the team to [...]

Thank You: Australia Movie Screening

Thank you to all who attended the IWDA fundraiser screening of Baz Luhrmann’s Australia, on Monday 8th December at Kino Cinemas.
A fantastic night was had by all, and over $2,200 was raised to support IWDA’s work.

Gifts of Change

Sick of giving socks and soap?
Running out of time to find the perfect gift?
Out of gift ideas?
Don't risk giving unwanted gifts! Give Gifts of Change!

Gifts of Change empower women to take control of their futures and live safer, happier, more fulfilled lives.
Celebrate this special occasion with gifts that create positive change for women and their families in developing countries.
Give Gifts of Change! IWDA works in partnership with women from local communities, supporting their innovative responses to the issues they identify as most critical in improving their lives.

Our programs focus on six key areas of wellbeing for women:

Livelihood and economic empowerment
Safety and security
Social, physical and mental health
Education Environmental sustainability
Civil and political participation

We recognise sustainable change requires the active inclusion and participation of women.
When women benefit, they share it with their children, families and communities.

About

IWDA is an Australian non-profit organisation that creates positive change for women and their communities. Our practical and rights-based projects directly address poverty and oppression in developing countries. For over 20 years, the International Women's Development Agency (IWDA) has worked with more than 100 grassroots organisations in the developing world, to support and advance the life choices and well being of women and their families. IWDA undertakes projects in partnership with women from the Asia Pacific region. These projects are devised and managed by women who live and work in the communities themselves, which fosters practical and innovative responses to the issues womens view as most critical. The development which IWDA promotes is the equitable growth of people and communities, and the just distribution of basic resources and respect for human rights.

IWDA Strategic Directions

IWDA has developed a Strategic Directions 2008-2013 document to guide our work over the next five years. The cornerstones of this work are: pathways to engaged and informed citizenship; policy influence and gender justice. There are six program goals and three cross-cutting issues designed to focus our work in catalysing transformational change for women and girls. These are supported by 7 organisational change goals to help build a more robust, responsive and effective organisation. We hope you will be part of this journey, with our vision for a just and sustainable world for women.

Trek Kokoda

In May 2009, IWDA is setting off for Papua New Guinea. On a ten day trip, fifteen dedicated women will trek 90 kilometres of the Kokoda Track jungle. The trek will include steep terrain and tough descents. It will be a unique holiday experience, and for many of us the trek and environment will be like nothing we have ever experienced! The weather will be hot and humid. The environment will be beautiful but basic. The hiking will be tough, demanding and taxing; the end result incredibly rewarding.

If this sounds appealing or if you are keen for a challenge, Challenge for Change is definitely the trip for you!