Background

Women for Water and Climate Change Network (WWCCN) is a local Rwandan Non-Governmental Organization with legal personality granted by Rwanda Governance Board (RGB). It has been created to empower, advocate and promote women’s leadership for environmental conservation, transboundary cooperation for sustainable water management and climate resilience actions. WWCCN has a well-structured Governance and staffing setup.

Women for Water and Climate Cooperation Network (WWCCN) is a non-governmental organization created with the aim of empowering women in the water and climate sectors by promoting gender equality and sustainable resource management. To achieve this noble goal, WWCCN offers capacity building workshops, run awareness raising campaigns, and create networks for women leaders. Collaborating with various partners, WWCCN focuses on gender-inclusive climate actions and advocate for cooperation and investment promotion that prioritize gender equality.

1. VISION

To be a worldwide organization that promotes inclusive and integrated policy and decision-making processes related to environmental protection, sustainable natural resources management and climate resilience.

2. MISSION

To empower women and youth to play their catalytic role in promoting national and transboundary water and natural resources management through climate resilience and socio- economic transformation agenda at all levels.

Our Objectives

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Green growth promotion and natural ecosystem restoration activities

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Empowering women through partnerships for sustainable environment and water management.

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Off farm employment promotion of women and younger generations for boosting their social economic development

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Building climate resilience of communities living in drought and flood prone areas

Core Values

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Integrity

We uphold ethical practices, transparency, and fairness in all our work. We respect the rights of individuals, protect sensitive information, and build trust with communities and partners.

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Accountability

We take responsibility for our actions and their impact on people and the environment. We use resources wisely, set clear goals, and ensure our work benefits both communities and ecosystems.

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Independence and Impartiality

We remain independent and unbiased, guided only by our mission. Our decisions are free from external influence and focused on fairness, inclusion, and the needs of vulnerable communities.

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Professionalism

We maintain high standards in all our work, promoting excellence and innovation. Through expertise and continuous learning, we deliver sustainable solutions that create lasting positive impact.