Our Programs
The WIM-Africa Grants and Loans Readiness Program is designed to strengthen the capacity of women-led mining enterprises in Africa, enabling them to access financial assistance and grants. Through this program, we provide training, mentorship, and support to empower women miners to navigate the process of securing loans and grants effectively.
By building their financial management skills and organizational structures, we aim to facilitate their access to funding opportunities, fostering their economic empowerment and sustainable growth in the mining sector.
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The Kogi State Intervention Program in Nigeria focuses on policy dialogues aimed at empowering women miners and eliminating child mining in the region.
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Through collaborative efforts with local stakeholders, the program seeks to address systemic challenges and create opportunities for women's economic empowerment in the mining sector.
By advocating for policy reforms and implementing targeted interventions, the program aims to create a safer and more sustainable environment for mining activities while safeguarding the rights and well-being of women and children.
One of our primary goals is to eliminate child labor in mining. Children working in mines are exposed to extreme hazards that jeopardize their health, safety, and future prospects. WiM-Africa collaborates with local implementing partners to identify and remove children from these dangerous environments. Through our "Voices of Children from the Pits" (VoC) Program, we raise awareness and collect vital data to advocate for policy changes and support interventions that provide education and safer alternatives for these vulnerable children.
A Research and Publication of the Initiaitive for Women Miners in Africa
The "Beyond the Mines: Rescuing Childhood in Africa" program by Women in Mining Africa (WIM-Africa) focuses on conducting research and publishing findings to address the issue of child labour in mining activities across Africa.
Through this initiative, WIM-Africa aims to raise awareness about the plight of children engaged in mining and advocate for policies and interventions to protect their rights and promote their well-being. By shedding light on the challenges faced by children in mining communities, the program seeks to mobilize support and action to rescue and safeguard childhood in Africa.
A Research and Publication of the Initiaitive for Women Miners in Africa
The "Beyond the Mines: Rescuing Childhood in Africa" program by the Women in Mining Africa (WIM-Africa) focuses on conducting research and publishing findings to address the issue of child labour in mining activities across Africa. Through this initiative, WIM-Africa aims to raise awareness about the plight of children engaged in mining and advocate for policies and interventions to protect their rights and promote their well-being. By shedding light on the challenges faced by children in mining communities, the program seeks to mobilize support and action to rescue and safeguard childhood in Africa.
WiM-Africa Policy Dialogue Program for Artisanal Women Miners
WIM-Africa's Policy Dialogue Program for Artisanal Women Miners facilitates discussions and engagements with policymakers, stakeholders, and communities to address the specific challenges faced by women in the artisanal mining sector.
Through this program, WIM-Africa advocates for policy reforms and interventions that promote gender equity, social inclusion, and sustainable development within artisanal mining communities.
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The Policy Dialogue Program aims to empower artisanal women miners by influencing policies and practices that improve their working conditions, livelihood opportunities, and overall well-being.
Background: The African Girl Miner's Fund for the Mitigation of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence at the Mines addresses the alarming issue of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) faced by young girls engaged in mining activities across Africa.
Recognizing the vulnerability of these girls to exploitation, abuse, and trafficking, the fund aims to provide essential support and resources to mitigate the risks they encounter.
Through targeted interventions and advocacy efforts, the fund seeks to create safer and more protective environments for girl child miners, ensuring their rights and dignity are upheld.
WiM-Africa Policy Dialogue Program for Child Mining Eradication in Africa
The WIM-Africa Policy Dialogue Program for Child Mining Eradication in Africa convenes stakeholders to discuss and develop strategies to combat child labour in mining activities across the continent.
Through collaborative policy dialogues, WIM-Africa aims to advocate for legislative reforms, regulatory frameworks, and community interventions to eradicate child mining and ensure the protection of children's rights.
By fostering dialogue and cooperation among government agencies, NGOs, mining companies, and local communities, WIM-Africa's program seeks to drive collective action towards the elimination of child labour in African mining sectors.
Advancing Women's Safety at Mines: WIM-Africa's Advocacy Program
The Women Safety at the Mines Advocacy Program by Women in Mining Africa (WIM-Africa) is a proactive initiative aimed at addressing the safety concerns faced by women working in mining environments.
Through advocacy campaigns, policy dialogues, and community engagement, WIM-Africa strives to raise awareness about the unique safety challenges experienced by women miners and advocate for gender-sensitive safety measures in the mining industry.
By amplifying women's voices and promoting inclusive safety practices, the program aims to create safer and more supportive working environments for women miners across Africa.
African Child Miner Education Fund
The African Child Miner Education Fund is an initiative launched by WIM-Africa to address the educational needs of children working in mining communities across the continent.
Recognizing the urgent need to break the cycle of poverty and exploitation, the fund aims to provide access to quality education and learning opportunities for child miners, empowering them to build a brighter future for themselves and their communities.