• Africa Synod House 29/31 Selous Avenue, Harare
  • +263 779 356 130
  • info@womensocialworkers.co.zw

Welcome to the Institute of Women Social Workers – Equalizing the Unequal

Empowering Women. Transforming Communities. Advancing Equality.

About the Institute of Women Social Workers

Institute of Women Social Workers (IWSW)  is a youth-led feminist organization committed to creating systemic change through education, advocacy, and grassroots action. Certified as a Private Voluntary Organization in Zimbabwe, we focus on gender equality, mental health, GBV prevention, and community empowerment. Our approach is rooted in African feminist values, ensuring that every intervention is inclusive, sustainable, and impact-driven.

At IWSW, we provide mental health and psychosocial support, career guidance for adolescents and young women, and holistic assistance to survivors of gender-based violence. Through community-driven programs and research-based advocacy, we’re building a Zimbabwe and Africa where women and girls can thrive with dignity, safety, and opportunity. If we cannot assist directly, we ensure you are referred to someone who can.

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Our Core Areas of Work

We deliver impactful services and programs across key areas to meet the evolving needs of women, girls, and communities:

  • Mental Health & Psychosocial Support

    Tele-counseling, trauma care, and community mental health services.

  • Career Guidance & Adolescent Support

    Mentorship and education for young women.

  • Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Support

    Safe spaces, referrals, and survivor-centered care.

  • Research & Advocacy

    Data-driven research shaping gender and mental health policy.

  • Capacity Building

    Training for health workers, youth leaders, and GBV advocates.

  • SRHR Education

    Promoting awareness and access to sexual and reproductive health rights.

Transformative Campaigns & Initiatives

Our current and past projects reflect our commitment to real change:

Hurukuro Model

Creating dialogue-based safe spaces to tackle GBV and mental health stigma.

Donate a Pad – Protect Her Dignity

Combating period poverty in vulnerable communities.

Youth & Women Empowerment

Financial literacy and start-up training for survivors.

Ending HIV & GBV Stigma

Media campaigns and peer-led training for inclusive communities.

Learn About Our Impact

Why Partner with IWSW?

Our work is trusted across Zimbabwe and the continent. Here’s what makes IWSW a leading voice for women and girls:

Community-Led Impact

Programs designed and driven by local voices.

Feminist Values

We champion intersectional approaches rooted in respect and dignity.

Holistic Support

Integrating mental health, empowerment, and rights-based interventions.

Partnership Driven

Collaborating with traditional leaders, youth, and international allies.

Proven Results

Transforming lives through projects like Hurukuro and Donate a Pad.

Data-Driven Advocacy

Research and lived experiences inform our campaigns and policy efforts.

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Watch Our Work in Action

Explore the stories, programs, and community voices that drive our mission forward. Through video, we amplify the lived experiences of women and girls, spotlight our campaigns, and showcase the transformative power of community-driven change.

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Let’s Work Together to Build a Just Society

Are you seeking support, looking to partner, or want to learn more about our work? Reach out to the IWSW team—we’re here to listen, collaborate, and support your journey.

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