Breaking the Silence on Abuse of Women in Communities
‘…to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair’ Isaiah 61:3
Born from Shibero’s personal experiences and observations as a mental health professional, this project has been a seed of hope since 1996, now blossoming into a powerful campaign, also born out of the research ‘Women’s Mental Health in Kenya’ which spoke for many women across the continent of Africa.
This research revealed a critical truth: many women in Africa suffer from depression due to a pervasive culture of abuse. Furthermore, it highlighted the lack of support tailored to address the unique stories and challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society.
EmpowerHer is for ALL Women.
This project, is not just for women in Africa. Abuse of women is a global and faced by many women – who are the most affected by depression (estimated 3.8% of the population experience depression, with 4% among men and 6% among women – WHO).
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The United Nations defines violence against women as:
"any act of gender-based violence that results in, or is likely to result in, physical, sexual, or mental harm or suffering to women, including threats of such acts, coercion or arbitrary deprivation of liberty, whether occurring in public or in private life." This can include: Physical abuse, Sexual abuse,, Emotional/Psychological abuse, Financial abuse, Spiritual abuse, Domestic abuse. This is not exclusive, but the most known.
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Breaking the Silence on Abuse
Healing for Women. Depression Workshops/Group Therapy
Across Africa, out of 100,000,000 million affected by depression, 66 million are women. Across Africa. Millions of women face depression due to societal challenges and stressful environments. This project utilizes a multi-pronged approach to tackle this critical issue by equipping women with the tools and support they need.
EmpowerHer Youtube Channel and Private Facebook Page
EmpowerHer Private Facebook Page
This private Facebook group provides a safe space for adult women who have experienced or are experiencing any kind of abuse.
Invest in Change. Support Women Affected by Abuse.
Every day, women face the trauma of abuse. Your donation can help us provide critical support services and empower them to heal.
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Help Abused Women Find Hope
Donations support our project by funding:
- Talks on Creating awareness and educating communities on the debilitating effects of abuse on victims, families and in the community – with the view of challenging archaic harmful beliefs on treatment of women and bringing about change by advocating for policies protecting women’s mental wellness.
- Gender Based Therapeutic services to help survivors heal emotionally.
- Run our YouTube channel and Facebook page that provides women who are unable to access support openly, to find resources, hope, healing and safe spaces and community.
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Every dollar helps. Donate to empower women and break the cycle of abuse.