By Gillian Wilson | Communications Director, IDEX
The creation of a woman’s group has contributed to the empowerment of refugee women in South Africa through a life-writing project, life skill training and live performances. These processes allow the women to engage in a beneficial healing process, earn income and recognize their own strengths and weaknesses. The programs also combat the widespread of xenophobia in local townships.
The women’s group, Giemoh (One Voice), has compiled their stories into a creative writing piece, We Were Once Queens, that is being shared with local schools and has received a positive response. The women also participated in 6 training workshops to prepare for World Refugee Day. The formation of a theatre group has helped to raise the confidence of the group members to share their stories helping other refugee women gain confidence and join the group.
With your support WWWA plans to continue creating mentor groups of women and enhance their leadership skills.
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