AWYAD is a women-led, women's rights and child rights-focused national NGO founded in Uganda.

AWYAD’s Vision: A society where women, children, and youth are free from all forms of inequality & violence, and are at the forefront of development

AWYAD’s Mission: Empower vulnerable women, children, and youth, to rise up against inequality & violence; and actively participate in the socio-economic processes of their communities. AWYAD works in refugee settlements, vulnerable rural communities, and urban slums in Uganda. Our target groups include women, youth, and children faced with violence and inequality.