Women’s Rights

When women succeed, we all win.

But across the globe, women and girls continue to face barriers, persecution, and violence—inside and outside their homes.

The Fund supports bold feminist activists who demand equality and opportunity. These intersectional leaders are fighting for a better, fairer future for women and girls everywhere.

1 IN 3
WOMEN

will experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetimes.

YEARS

to close the global gender pay gap at the current rate.

0MILLION

WOMEN

live in countries that ban abortion.

DONATE TO SUPPORT GENDER EQUALITY

We believe in a future where women and girls enjoy equal opportunity. Meet the feminist activists who are fighting for a fairer future.

Our approach to SUPPORTing gender equality

Preventing violence against women

Sexual, physical, and intimate partner violence is a critical issue across the globe. We support activists developing innovative ways to prevent violence and support women in need.

Illustration of two women's rights supporters high-fiving

Enabling economic well-being

Women and girls in the workforce are paid less, treated worse, and afforded fewer opportunities for growth. We help activists fight for gender-equal labor rights to achieve economic independence.

Enshrining women’s rights in law

Regressive, patriarchal societies still refuse to recognize gender equality under the law. We give activists the tools they need to fight for women’s rights through legal action and legislation.

Providing access to healthcare

Women’s sexual and reproductive decisions shouldn’t be made for them. We help activists share vital information, deliver life-saving aid, and empower women to take control over their own bodies.

SUCCESS STORY

Tina Musuya, executive director of Uganda’s Center for Domestic Violence Prevention, is transforming lives across the world through an innovative approach to stopping violence against women and girls. Learn more about how their method for community education has been used to reduce domestic violence by nearly 50 percent in the communities where they work.