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The foundation works to advance gender and racial equity for women and girls across Arizona by combining nonpartisan research, policy advocacy, grantmaking, and direct programs. It funds and grows community-led initiatives, informs policy with research, and invests in organizations that support women’s economic and civic participation.

We create positive change for women and girls through grant making, advocacy, research, and leveraging collective impact.

Founded in 2004 by award winning author and journalist Nelofer Pazira and run entirely by volunteers DAWF sponsors basic education and skills-training classes for women who were denied the opportunity for education during years of conflict. In 2006, DAWF began funding a basic literacy program for women in a remote village in Bamiyan. 22 women, ages 18-40 enrolled in that class. The program consists of 5 levels, each 6 months in duration, and meets the requirements of the Ministry of Education. At the completion of all five levels the women will receive a diploma from the ministry that will allow them to continue their education and help them find employment. The women have currently completed their third level, and are actively sharing the skills they have learned. The cost of six months of classes is approximately $150 per student. Funds raised provide teacher salaries and locally bought books and supplies. DAWF is a Canadian Registered Charity

Vision Statement: "We envision an Ontario where women work together for safe, healthy families, communities and pursue an enriched and balanced lifestyle."

The Minerva Foundation for BC Women offers those who share a commitment to the advancement of women an opportunity to donate through the internet using a secure server and your credit card. Your gift to the Minerva Foundation for BC Women helps open doors, create confidence where none existed and acts as a conduit to success to hundreds of women in British Columbia. For more information on how your gift can make a difference, contact 604.683.7635 or email info@theminervafoundation.com