Osiwa

Open Society Initiative for West Africa is part of the global Open Society Foundations Network. OSIWA is one of the four foundations based in Africa. It promotes the establishment of open societies in West Africa, characterized by inclusive and democratic governance institutions that are responsible and accountable to the citizens, and respect for human rights. OSIWA seeks to inter alia enhance the protection of women's rights, expand their participation in decision-making processes and address the inequities women face.