Ewanga`n foundation empowers indigenous girls and women in Tanzania through education , advocating against harmful practices , Female Genital Mutilation FGM and Child Marriage and providing menstrual hygiene support.
Build a world where all youth girls are safe
The practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), also referred to as female circumcision or female genital cutting, involves the partial or complete removal of external female genitalia for non-medical reasons. Although it is a deeply ingrained cultural practice in some communities, especially in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, it is a harmful practice that violates human rights and has severe physical and psychological consequences for affected women and girls. FGM can increase the risk of infections, chronic pain, infertility, childbirth complications, and even death.
Female genital mutilation has become a very difficult issue to solve in our indigenous communities. Although many legal systems have been put in place to strictly prohibiting FGM but we still see continued by secret in our communities.
In our indigenous societies, many people think that female genital mutilation prevents a girl from engaging in sexual intercourse, reducing sexual pleasure at a young age. Many families after FGM stop their children from going to school to get married and this causes a girl to not accomplish her dreams.
Early Marriage (girls forced marriage age below 16) leads them to get pregnant and eventually having difficulty giving birth. These are ancient traditions in which a girl child does not have the freedom to choose.
About Us
Monica Lengere is a Maasai woman from the village of Loibosoit in Simanjiro District, Tanzania. She was born in Losimingori, a village in Monduli district, Arusha region. Monica is a firm believer in the power of education to bring about positive change in society, and she is dedicated to using her education to promote women's rights and end harmful traditional practices such as female genital mutilation and forced childhood marriage. Monica is the founder of Ewanga’n Foundation, a non-profit organization that works to promote women's rights and end harmful traditional practices in Tanzania. The organization's name comes from the Maa language, and it means "Light". Monica believes that education is the key to creating a brighter future for the Maasai people, and she is committed to empowering women and girls through education and advocacy. Monica is a role model for young Maasai girls, and she is passionate about inspiring the next generation of Maasai women to pursue their dreams and make a difference in their communities. She has been recognized for her work in promoting women's rights and ending harmful traditional practices, and she is committed to continuing her efforts to create a better future for the Maasai people.
"Ore Emurrat Entito Meeta Tepat"
(Female genital Mutilation is Useless in Maa language)
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In Ewanga’n we believe that by cooperating with others we can use our efforts to bring awareness and fight against female genital mutilation and child marriage.
Ewanga’an foundation is an organization registered under NGO’S Act 2002 with that the aforesaid shall operate in Tanzania mainland accordance with its governing constitution and the laws of Tanzania.
Objectives for Ewanga’n Foundation:
To raise awareness and advocate for the rights of women and girls in Indigenous and Maasai communities, with a focus on ending harmful traditional practices such as female genital mutilation and forced childhood marriage.
To promote education and empowerment for women and girls in Maasai communities, through education, mentorship, and leadership training.
To collaborate with local partners and stakeholders to support community development initiatives that benefit women and girls, such as access to clean water, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
Projects:
Providing scholarships and educational support for girls in Maasai communities.
Conducting community outreach and awareness campaigns to promote women’s rights and end harmful traditional practices.
Supporting community development initiatives that benefit women and girls, such as water and sanitation projects, healthcare programs, and economic empowerment programs.
Seminars: Organizing seminars and workshops to educate community members about women’s rights and the harmful effects of traditional practices such as female genital mutilation and forced childhood marriage.
Providing training and support for community leaders, educators, and healthcare workers to become advocates for women’s rights and promote gender equality.
Donate generously to support our programs and reach out to more girls,
Become a volunteer, sharing your skills and time to make a tangible difference.
Be a champion of girls’ rights, raising awareness and challenging harmful norms.
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CURRENTLY SEEKING DONATIONS FOR:
Transport, Transportation poses a significant challenge for our organization in reaching out to rural beneficiaries. Our work mainly focuses on impoverished indigenous communities residing in remote areas, making it difficult to connect with them and leaving them vulnerable.
Training Equipment and Personnel, Our objective is to eliminate stereotypes and improve education in certain cultures. To accomplish this, we plan to offer practical education to these communities. This hands-on approach will enable us to make a positive impact and put an end to harmful taboos.
Sanitary Reusable pads ,We have a mission to assist young women who are facing financial difficulties and cannot afford to purchase pads during their menstrual cycle. Our goal is to empower them by providing reusable sanitary pads that will not only protect their health but also help protect the environment.
Office and Work tools ,We need an office where our team can collaborate and visitors can learn about our community work. It should be easily accessible for volunteers.
Safe house, we need safe house for girls who are running their homes due to forced female genital mutilation and child marriage and for those who do not feel safe at their home. It will be a chance for them to gain knowledge and skills to access different opportunities
DONATIONS HERE through bank transfer
NAME: EWANGA’N FOUNDATION
BANK NAME: DIAMOND TRUST BANK (T) (DTB)
ACCOUNT Nº (USD): 0279186001
ACCOUNT Nº (TZS): 0279186002
SWIFT CODE: DTKETZTZ