MADRE's mission is to advance women's human rights by meeting urgent needs in communities and building lasting solutions to the crises women face. MADRE works towards a world in which all people enjoy the fullest range of individual and collective human rights; in which resources are shared equitably and sustainably; in which women participate effectively in all aspects of society; and in which people have a meaningful say in policies that affect their lives. MADRE's vision is enacted with an understanding of the inter-relationships between the various issues we address and by a commitment to working in partnership with women at the local, regional and international levels who ... read more MADRE's mission is to advance women's human rights by meeting urgent needs in communities and building lasting solutions to the crises women face. MADRE works towards a world in which all people enjoy the fullest range of individual and collective human rights; in which resources are shared equitably and sustainably; in which women participate effectively in all aspects of society; and in which people have a meaningful say in policies that affect their lives. MADRE's vision is enacted with an understanding of the inter-relationships between the various issues we address and by a commitment to working in partnership with women at the local, regional and international levels who share our goals.
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According to the UN, the Taliban has prohibited Afghan women from entering UN offices and compounds since September 2025. This ban is only one in a litany of laws and restrictions that form part of... Read the full report ›By MADRE | MADRE
Climate solutions that are disconnected from local realities can do more harm than good. MADRE leverages our access to policymaking spaces, like the Conference of the Parties, or “COP”, to... Read the full report ›By MADRE | MADRE
Beyond sheltering survivors of gender based violence, MADRE’s partner in Iraq strategically leverages media to raise awareness of the issue and challenge the harmful social norms that perpetuate... Read the full report ›