Global Fund for Women is an international feminist fund established in 1987 to support gender justice movements around the world. It funds bold, grassroots feminist organizations working to end violence, discrimination, harassment, and oppression against women, girls, and marginalized genders. The organization emphasizes a movement-led approach, shifting power and decision-making to activists on the frontlines.

Over the past 35+ years, Global Fund for Women has provided over $205 million in grants, supporting 5,000+ grassroots groups in 176 countries. Its funding model prioritizes flexible, unrestricted, multi‑year grants, enabling organizations to plan long-term and respond quickly to crises.

Key areas of work include:

• Gender justice and legal equality

• Ending sexual and gender-based violence

• Supporting feminist movements in crisis zones

• Racial justice and intersectional feminism

• Leadership development through programs like the Artist Changemaker initiative

The organization also provides crisis funding for emergencies such as conflicts, natural disasters, and political repression, ensuring frontline groups can act immediately.

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