Women Actions for Development and solidarity (WADS)

Let women Win Together!
“Equality, Peace and Justice”
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The Executive Director discussing with Fokus Delegates during the visit at the WADS office Kigoma 2022
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Women Actions For Development and Solidarity (WADS) is a non-governmental, non-religious, non-political, and non-profit organization founded and registered in 2009 under the NGO Act in Tanzania. 

WADS works to protect the rights of women, girls, children, and youth, and supports developmental initiatives for disadvantaged groups including refugees. 
 
Currently, WADS operates in Kigoma Region, with minimal interventions in other regions depending on resources and needs.
WADS Executive Director's visit between the Director of Westerwelle Foundation Arusha (Right) and the Director of Peace House Foundation (Arusha) (left) during a visit to discuss partnership possibilities and opportunities for future collaborations. Visit held in Arusha on 11th February 2026 at the westerwelle Foundation Office.
WADS Executive Director Visit to VIVA Office Arusha Tanzania for a discussion on partnership possibilities , opportunities and relevant future collaborations . Visit held on 12th February 2026
"Building stronger communities together - moments from our recent community meeting"
WADS representative participated during international Day of women at Kigoma Municipal - Tanzania which was held jointly in collaboration with the other organizations and was organized by the Government at the Municipal level. Event was held on 6th March 2026 .
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Photos of THRDC members during Capacity Building training of Human Rights defenders held at Mbezi Garden Hotel in Dar Es Salaam Tanzania on 30th and 31st March 2026 of which WADS Executive Director (Subira ) participated during the training. Together with other NGO representatives from Tanzania main land and from Zanzibar.
The training aimed at improving the knowledge and build capacity on safety, resource mobilization , monitoring documentation & reporting and effectiveness of new Human Rights Defenders in Tanzania.
Pause photo of NACONGO representative visited WADS team in Kigoma Tanzania during NGO coordination visit (the 3rd from Rt) with WADS management team
WADS management team during monthly meeting on Malaria prevention and plans with community workers in February 2026
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Photos during implementation of Health activities Funded by ARHF in the villages in Kigoma Municipal during quarter one (January – March 2026). Photos of women , men, children and youth during awareness and supplement provision funded by ARHF 

Who we Are

WADS is a non-profit organization committed to promoting equality, justice and peace through community programs, advocacy and partnerships.

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Our Programs

Health

  • HIV education, prevention, awareness, refarrals
  • Malaria prevention and management
  • Community health mobilization

Advocacy

  •  Advocacy for women in property inheritance
  •  Legal awareness and support

Community education

  • Community – based awareness on right
  • Social assistance programs
  • Collaboration with peer groups & health workers

Livelihood support

  • Mobilization of women & girls groups
  • Formation of income generating groups
  • Economic empowerment to support families

Gender Equality and Human Rights

Gender Equality and Human Rights program focuses on promoting equal rights, dignity, and opportunities for all people regardless of gender. The program works to eliminate discrimination, gender-based violence, and harmful social norms through community education, advocacy, and capacity building.

We support women, girls, and vulnerable groups by strengthening their access to justice, leadership opportunities, education, and economic empowerment. Through partnerships with communities and institutions, we promote inclusive policies and human rights awareness to build a fair and safe society for everyone.
Mederine Ayubu (chairperson)
Mederine Ayubu (chairperson)
Subira Lendaiga(Executive Director)
Subira Lendaiga(Executive Director)
Jacob Tunga(Programs Manager)
Jacob Tunga(Programs Manager)
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