WWDA-Laos-IP3

About this project

The Women with Disabilities Association (WWDA) is a leading advocacy organization dedicated to advancing the rights and inclusion of women and girls with disabilities in Laos. As a specialized branch of the Lao disability movement, WWDA focuses on addressing the unique intersectional barriers faced by women with disabilities, who often experience compounded discrimination due to both gender and disability. The association is by and for women with disabilities, ensuring their direct representation in decision-making processes at all levels. WWDA's key strengths lie in its grassroots connectivity and rights-based approach. The organization maintains strong networks with rural women with disabilities, including those from ethnic minority groups, through peer support systems and community outreach programs. Its advocacy work has been instrumental in pushing for gender-responsive disability policies, particularly in areas like sexual and reproductive health rights, protection from gender-based violence, and economic empowerment. WWDA collaborates closely with national stakeholders such as the Lao Disabled People's Association (LDPA), the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare, and the Ministry of Women's Affairs, while also engaging with international partnerslike UN Women and ASEAN disability forums. With extensive experience in capacity building, WWDA conducts specialized training programs on leadership, disability rights, and livelihood skills tailored for women with disabilitie…

Published by

Oxfam Novib · International NGO

Countries

Laos

Sectors

Disaster prevention and preparedness

Published by Oxfam Novib to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 12 Oct 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: NL-KVK-27108436-A-07630-16:LA.

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