OUR STORY
Since our inception in 2014 Challenge to Change has supported over 27,000 women from 11 Arab nations
ABOUT US
We are a Swiss non-profit association, catalysing positive change for marginalised women in the Arab world.
We are born out of a strong, genuine desire, and need to improve the lives Arab women – especially those living in difficult conditions and/or being affected by war and conflict, or other disasters in the region.
We support women to change their lives, be the best version of themselves and contribute to a better society, by giving them vital life and work skills; employability and entrepreneurship skills; and tools to overcome challenges from within.
Each year thousands of women seek our support, each with their own story of loss, trauma, violence, and/or other crippling disadvantages. We invest in these women’s potential.
We have seen that with our support, women can change their lives, break the marginalisation cycles, and seize opportunities to build better futures for themselves and their families.
27,000
women facing difficulties and women refugees
empowered
WE ENHANCE
the lives
of Arab women
15
life-changing programs
and transformative
initiatives
WE EMPOWER
them to be the best version of themselves
161
counsellors, mentors and coaches providing a support network
WE CREATE
stronger foundations for future generations
OUR MISSION
is to Connect, Inspire, and Empower women to transform challenges into positive change opportunities
OUR VISION
is to create a community of Arab women who are resilient and successful
OUR OBJECTIVES
We aim to support, train and advance 40,000 women by the year 2025.
Engage
Public Relations
Social Networks
Research & Surveys
Events
Learning Sharing
Competitions
Orientation Sessions
Educate
Women’s Rights Training
Financial Literacy
Health and Wellness
Digital Literacy
English Language
Political Representation and Advocacy
Enable
Mentoring & Coaching Programs
Peer Group Meetings
Safe Spaces
Psychosocial Support and Life Skills Training
Networks for Support
Language Clubs
Employ
Internships
Employability and Entrepreneurship Skills Training
Vocational and Remote Work Training
Technical Skills Training
Business Grants