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Projects That Empower, Connect & Create Change

WEINSE develops initiatives that strengthen women's leadership, participation, economic opportunities and inclusion in communities in Sweden and internationally.

WEINSE Projects

Turning Empowerment Into Action

Our projects respond to challenges faced by women and girls by creating opportunities for leadership, learning, economic empowerment, participation and stronger community networks.

Featured Project

Migrant Women Leading Change

August – November 2026

Migrant Women Leading Change: Strengthening Democratic Participation, Leadership and Collective Action in Gothenburg

Strengthening the democratic participation, leadership and visibility of migrant women while building sustainable networks for long-term collective action.

60 Migrant Women
📍 Location

Gothenburg, Sweden

📅 Period

August – November 2026

👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏾 Participants

60 migrant women

In collaboration with

WIDE+ Network

European Union

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About the Project

Migrant women often face barriers including limited access to decision-making spaces, language challenges, social exclusion and discrimination. These barriers can contribute to their underrepresentation in democratic processes and leadership roles.

At the same time, migrant women possess valuable experiences, knowledge and skills that can contribute significantly to more inclusive and democratic societies.

This project aims to strengthen democratic participation, leadership and visibility among migrant women in Gothenburg while fostering stronger collaboration between migrant-led organisations, women's rights groups and WIDE+ member organisations.

Project Activities

From Leadership to Collective Action

Participants will build knowledge, networks and practical tools for stronger democratic participation and advocacy.

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Leadership Workshops

Leadership and democratic participation workshops designed to strengthen civic knowledge and leadership skills.

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Mentoring

A mentoring program supporting participants in developing confidence, leadership and participation.

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Network Circles

Networking circles that strengthen relationships between migrant women, organisations and community actors.

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Advocacy

Participants will identify priority issues and develop collective advocacy recommendations.

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Public Dialogue

Consultations and dialogue with local stakeholders and decision-makers will amplify migrant women's perspectives.

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Awareness Campaign

Storytelling and social media outreach will highlight migrant women as community leaders and change-makers.

Expected Results

Building Sustainable Impact

Beyond individual activities, the project seeks to establish structures and relationships that support long-term participation, leadership and collective action.

✓ Increased civic knowledge and leadership skills
✓ Greater engagement in community and advocacy activities
✓ Improved visibility of migrant women in public spaces
✓ Stronger partnerships within the WIDE+ network
✓ Collective advocacy recommendations
✓ A sustainable migrant women's leadership network
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Other Projects

WEINSE also develops initiatives focused on women's economic empowerment, education and protection.

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Youth Entrepreneurship

Young Women Entrepreneurship & Microcredit

WEINSE aims to support young women and girls transitioning from high school, undergraduate and graduate education into entrepreneurship.

Through entrepreneurship support and access to small-scale capital through a microcredit program, participants will be encouraged to develop and launch small businesses.

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Creating Change Through Partnership

WEINSE welcomes collaboration with organisations, networks and partners working towards women's empowerment, integration, equality and sustainable community development.

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