Empowering Women & Protecting the Environment

Join us in advancing the rights and well-being of women and girls across Somaliland through education, advocacy, and environmental conservation.

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01.

Empower

We empower women to have a voice in decisions that impact their lives

02.

Collaborate

We collaborate with local leaders and government authorities to advance women’s rights

03.

Protect

We work towards environmental protection through grassroots projects and structures

About Us

Welcome to Women Human Rights Education & Environment Association (WHEEA) – a beacon of hope, empowerment, and change for the women and girls of Somaliland.

Since our inception in 2003, WHEEA has been at the forefront of fighting for gender equality, environmental preservation, and the empowerment of women and girls. Our mission is to catalyze social transformation and uplift communities, ensuring every woman and girl can live with dignity, equality, and freedom.

Our Impact

At WHEEA, we believe in creating sustainable change through strategic interventions in education, environmental conservation, and women’s economic empowerment. Our collaborative efforts with local communities, government authorities, and international partners have paved the way for:

Stronger women’s rights and representation in decision-making processes.

Enhanced livelihoods through targeted economic empowerment programs.

Improved literacy and educational outcomes for women and girls.

Significant strides in environmental protection and sustainable practices.

Our Initiatives

Working towards positive change through our initiatives

Empowering Women and Girls Through Education and Advocacy

We create programs that provide educational opportunities and promote advocacy for women’s rights. Our initiatives span from literacy classes and rights education to advocacy campaigns for legal reform, all aimed at fostering an environment where women and girls can access their rights and opportunities for personal growth.

Economic Empowerment for Sustainable Development

WHEEA champions economic independence for women through entrepreneurship training, provision of seed funding, and support for small business development. Our revolving fund scheme has enabled many women like Nora Ahmed to transform their lives and contribute to the local economy.

Environmental Conservation and Protection

Addressing environmental degradation, we engage communities in reforestation efforts, water resource management, and sustainable agricultural practices. Our projects focus on preserving the land while promoting eco-friendly livelihoods.

Cultivating Governance and Leadership

We believe in the power of community governance and leadership. Our programs support women’s participation in decision-making processes, aiming to increase their representation in local and national governance structures.

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Educational Advancement:
Reached 300 women and girls with literacy and numeracy programs, enabling them to manage their own trades confidently.

Economic Empowerment:
150 women villagers have established small businesses, enhancing local economies and self-reliance.

Annual Budget (2012):
US $110,000 invested in women’s projects, community policing, and more.

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Increased Representation:
The number of women in village development committees increased from 20% to 35% in target areas.

Inspiring Stories

These stories showcase the positive impact of our work

Paralegal training workshop

WHEEA have organized 3 day paralegal training for 27 Participant form Mohamed Ali IDP. The training was Funded by SIHA and aimed to improve the basic knowledge on Violence Against the women and reporting system of the women paralegals.

Women economic empowerment

150 women villagers have established small businesses and improved their business management skills through provision of seed money and business management training. In every six months.

HQ location:

Hargeisa.Masala village Hargeisa city, Somaliland Email: info@weea.org or wh-e-e@hotmail.com

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