Empowering Women and Girls for a Better Future in South Sudan
Women Tears Organization (WTO) is a local, women-led organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls in South Sudan. Founded on June 17th, 2017, and registered under the Central Equatoria State Ministry of Education, Gender, and Social Welfare, WTO adheres to the NGO Act of 2016 and the Republic of South Sudan Transitional Constitution. We strive to foster a community where women and girls can thrive and enjoy equal opportunities in all aspects of life.
Donation
Your support allows us to run programs that empower women and children to break the cycle of poverty, promoting self-reliance, education, and well-being.
Volunteer
Join our team to make a lasting impact on South Sudanese communities. Volunteers help us reach more women and children, providing vital support in healthcare, education, legal aid, and more.
Vision
Empowered Women for a Just and Equal Society
Our vision is a South Sudan where women and girls are empowered, courageous, and live in a society that respects their rights and provides them with opportunities to thrive socially, economically, and politically.
Mission
Creating Opportunities for Women to Reach Their Full Potential
Our mission is to empower and support South Sudanese women and girls by engaging them in programs that drive social inclusion, economic growth, health improvement, and political participation.
Core Values
Integrity
Integrity involves conducting work with authenticity and honesty. This core value ensures that actions align with the organization’s mission and principles.
Compassion
We welcome all, we meet people where they are at, and act with empathy and sensitivity.
Mission-Driven Excellence
We are committed to providing the best services and other needs to target populations. To that end, out staff, and volunteers committed to performing quality work to the best of their ability while saving participants and the community.
Respect for Others
Respect is fundamental to fostering a safe environment where individuals honor one another’s dignity. This includes maintaining confidentiality and respecting personal boundaries, which helps build trust among participants, volunteers, donors, visitors, co-workers and others, demonstrating civility, an appreciation for the dignity of all people.
Positivity
We approach our work with the confidence that a constructive, optimistic approach makes a difference
Acceptance and Inclusion
This value emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and embracing differences among individuals, regardless of their financial situations or backgrounds. It recognizes that everyone faces common challenges in life and promotes a sense of belonging within the community.
Leadership
Leadership is about enhancing mindsets, skills, and actions related to thriving in various aspects of life—self, family, employment, and community. This value promotes the development of leadership qualities among women.
Teamwork
Every employee is a critical member of our team and is committed to collaboration and compromise towards the achievements of our common goals. We are more strengthened by diversity of our team and affirm the unique contribution of each individual member of WTO.
Strengths and Expectations
This value focuses on recognizing and developing both personal and organizational strengths while maintaining high expectations for all involved. It encourages individuals to strive for excellence in their endeavors.
Goals and Objectives
Healthcare
Providing essential medical services to improve women’s and children’s health.
Education
Empowering women and children through education for personal growth.
Economic Empowerment
Supporting financial independence through vocational training and support.
Legal Aid
Providing women with legal resources to defend their rights and resolve disputes.
Psychological Support
Offering counseling services to help women recover from trauma and rebuild their lives.
Political Empowerment
Women Tears advocates for political empowerment by encouraging women’s participation in decision-making processes at all levels, promoting awareness about women’s rights, and advocating for policies that protect these rights.
Water and Sanitation
This program improves access to clean water and proper sanitation facilities for women and girls, focusing on sustainable infrastructure and hygiene education to enhance health outcomes.
Gender-Based Violence
The initiative addresses prevention and response to gender-based violence through awareness campaigns, legal support, and counseling services for survivors.
Child Sexual Abuse
This program works to prevent child sexual abuse by raising awareness, providing training for caregivers, and creating safe environments for children to report incidents.
Climate Change
The climate change initiative promotes sustainable practices, supports women's participation in climate action, and advocates for policies addressing the disproportionate impact of climate change on women and girls.
Women and Girls Sport
This program encourages participation in sports among women and girls, providing access to sports facilities, coaching, and mentorship while promoting physical health, self-esteem, and leadership skills.
Target Populations
- Children
- Women and girls
- Youth
- People with disabilities including those affected by leprosy
- HIV positive persons and AIDS victims (OVC)
Membership
Membership of WTO shall be open to all willing women of the community above the age of 18 who can effectively contribute to the fulfillment of WTO objectives. Membership shall be granted to women of sound mind and creativeness, accepted previous and present conducts, full abidance with the constitution of WTO, full acceptance and response to the monthly subscription fee, has not been convicted of criminal offence, have qualification and experience in matters related to volunteerism, and seconded by at least two members of the executive committee. Membership shall comprise of the following:
Active Membership
Shall include any women above 18 years who fully comply with subscription requirements, who shall also enjoy the rights of membership, attend meetings, the right to vote and to be voted for, and the right to participate in all the activities of WTO.
Honorary Membership
Any individual enjoying by virtue of her membership, an outstanding reputation, or whoever has made a distinguished contribution to the rise of WTO.
List of Partners
- Yikilo Organization for Peace, Reconstruction, and Development
- Lokita Charitable Society
- Mother and Child Care Organization
- National Women Empowerment and Rehabilitation Organization
- South Sudan Law Society
