About WIM-Africa
Women in Mining Africa (WIM-Africa)
Women in Mining Africa (WiM-Africa) is a Pan-African organization dedicated to advancing gender equality and empowering women within the mining sector. Our mission focuses on improving the working conditions of women artisanal miners, removing children from hazardous mining sites, and ensuring safe, sustainable environments for their development. With a growing network of implementing partners and stakeholders across the continent, we are committed to fostering an inclusive industry that supports women's rights, promotes skill development, and drives socio-economic progress in mining communities.
Our initiatives include advocacy programs and projects that facilitate responsible environmental, economic, and social approaches to mining. We provide women miners with the necessary information, knowledge, skills, and opportunities to enhance their sources of livelihood. As we continue to lead and build capacities within local NGOs, CBOs, and associations, our focus remains on achieving better social and economic returns with sustainability in mind. Through leadership, innovation, and collaboration, WiM-Africa aims to drive sustainable development and create a lasting impact, promoting environmentally responsible practices while advocating for the rights of women and children.
Our values and culture
We work with a sense of urgency but recognize that meaningful change requires sustained investment over time in those living and working closest to the problems. For this reason, we also closely collaborate with local, state and federal governments, the private sector, academia, and the community based organizations.
Our Mission
Our mission is to mitigate the harsh working conditions of women artisanal miners in African rural communities and to remove children from hazardous mines across Africa through advocacy programs and projects. We believe that everyone deserves a chance to succeed, and we are committed to making a difference in the lives of women artisanal miners in Africa.
