Gender Equality

The Apostolic Women Empowerment Trust (AWET), advocates for ending child marriage in apostolic churches. The organisation empowers women and adolescents so that they can actively participate in social and economic development processes that will enable them to advance their rights and those of others.

Key Areas of Focus:

  • Ending Child Marriage: AWET actively advocates for ending child marriage in apostolic churches and empowers women and adolescents to participate in social and economic development.
  • Child Protection: AWET addresses issues of child protection, including child marriage, and supports the rights of children.
  • Livelihoods: They provide training in life-saving skills, assist families facing challenges, and connect people affected by disasters.
  • Education: AWET works to increase awareness about the importance of educating girls in apostolic communities and addresses issues of girls dropping out of school.