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ActionAid
Registration number: 274467
ActionAid works globally to empower women and girls living in poverty, addressing systemic issues like violence and inequality. Through their mission for social justice and poverty eradication, they strive to create a world where all individuals can realise their potential and enjoy equal opportunities.
Key statistics
From the founding year and expanding team to generous donations and growing turnover, these key figures highlight the scale and impact of ActionAid’s work over the last year.
Main Causes
Violence against women and girls (VAWG)
ActionAid combats violence against women and girls, empowering survivors and advocating for systemic change.
Find out moreWomen’s economic rights
Promote women’s economic rights by empowering them with skills and resources to achieve independence.
Find out moreAdolescent Girls
Supports adolescent girls by promoting education, leadership, and protection from violence, empowering their futures.
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About ActionAid
ActionAid’s work focuses on grassroots empowerment, partnering with communities to drive long-term, sustainable change. By providing access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, they help women and girls build brighter futures. Their campaigns tackle the root causes of inequality, from advocating for policy changes to combating gender-based violence and harmful practices. With a presence in over 45 countries, ActionAid amplifies the voices of marginalised women and girls, ensuring their rights are recognised and respected.
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Choose meaningful gifts from ActionAid’s collection—like goats, beehives, or school supplies—that support women and girls in poverty. Each purchase funds life-changing projects, making a lasting impact.
Frequently asked questions
ActionAid operates in over 45 countries across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Europe, focusing on the most vulnerable communities to create lasting impact.
ActionAid empowers women and girls by:
– Combating gender-based violence and harmful practices like child marriage and FGM.
– Promoting access to education and economic opportunities.
– Advocating for their rights at local, national, and international levels.
– Supporting leadership development to enable women to drive change in their communities.
You can support ActionAid by:
– Donating to their programs.
– Sponsoring a child to help provide education, healthcare, and nutrition.
– Participating in fundraising events or campaigns.
– Volunteering your time or skills to support their mission.
ActionAid works with communities to identify the root causes of poverty and develop sustainable solutions. They focus on empowering individuals, particularly women and girls, to create systemic change through education, advocacy, and grassroots programs.
ActionAid provides life-saving aid during crises, such as food, shelter, and medical care. They also work on long-term recovery efforts, helping communities rebuild and become more resilient to future disasters.
ActionAid ensures donations directly fund vital programs and services, such as education initiatives, emergency relief, and women’s empowerment projects. A portion of donations also supports operational costs to ensure the effective delivery of aid.
Key Appeals
Emergency Appeals
Delivers life-saving aid during emergencies, supporting communities with food, shelter, and solutions.
Find out moreHumanitarian Disasters
Provides support during humanitarian disasters, delivering aid and helping communities rebuild and recover.
Find out moreClimate Change
Supports communities impacted by climate change, promoting resilience and advocating for environmental justice.
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