Celebrating International Widows Day in Egypt with Global Fund for Widows

Whole Planet FoundationMicrofinance Partners, The Middle East and North Africa

For over a decade, the United Nations has been observing June 23rd as International Widows’ Day. This day serves as a wonderful opportunity to draw attention to the voices of widows and their experiences. This year, the Global Fund for Widows (GFW) is pleased to celebrate  International Widows Day with …

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WPF Funds New Partner in Egypt: Global Fund for Widows

Brian DoeMicrofinance Partners, The Middle East and North Africa

Whole Planet Foundation’s Board of Directors has approved a grant to support the growth of an innovative business loan program in Egypt supporting widows and other female heads of households (FHHs) in rural communities of Upper Egypt. The program is designed to economically empower widows and FHHs by increasing their …