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A distinguished group of women leaders from government, civil society, the private sector, and academia were hosted to a reception by the Acting British High Commissioner to Malawi, Rebecca Fabrizi, at her residence in Lilongwe. It was an evening dedicated to honouring the remarkable women who are driving growth, inspiring change and shaping the future of the country while encouraging them to foster cross-sector dialogue, align on strategic priorities, and catalyse action to

Senior Technical Advisor for the Pamodzi Kuthetsa Nkhanza (PKN) project under the Whatworks Programme, Tina Musuya from Uganda, recently visited Malawi for a five-day working visit. During her visit, Tina appreciated the progress of programme implementation, offered constructive feedback, and identified learning needs as well as areas requiring ongoing technical support. During the week-long visit between November 22 and 29, she joined the PKN team in Blantyre as they convene

We partnered with the Ministry of Gender, Children, Disability, and Social Welfare to launch the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign in Traditional Authority Matola, Balaka on November 25. The 16 Days of Activism is a global annual campaign aimed at raising awareness, inspiring action, and advocating for an end to all forms of gender-based violence. The campaign begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women,

WOLREC Executive Director, Maggie Kathewera Banda, on November 21, joined the UN@80 Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe. Representing the Civil Society, the Executive Director participated in a panel discussion titled "Partnership for Malawi’s Future," where she spoke about the critical role civil society plays in ensuring marginalized groups are fully included in sustainable development efforts. “Development is a right f

Stakeholders in the childcare sector have convened in Blantyre for a two-day workshop to discuss key issues affecting the paid childcare sector in Malawi. The meeting, organized by the World University Service of Canada - WUSC - Malawi in partnership with the Women’s Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC) has brought together various stakeholders, including childcare enterprise owners and childcare workers. The main objective of the meeting is to disseminate the key findings of a b

Young women leaders, activists, and policymakers from across Africa, Asia, and beyond gathered in Salima to share experiences, strengthen solidarity, and reflect on feminist legacies shaping the future. WOLREC Executive Director Maggie Kathewera Banda was among the attendees and participated in a panel discussion entitled "From Beijing to Now - Honoring Feminist Legacies and Leadership." Organised by ActionAid, the Forum for Feminist Solidarity, Organizing and Leadership even

Seven SASA!Faith trainers from Malawi and Zimbabwe, have received their accreditation certificates at a colourful event that took place on Wednesday night in Blantyre. Gracing the event organized by Trocaire, Women’s Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC) Executive Director Maggie Kathewera Banda called on faith leaders to use their influence to challenge gender-based violence and promote justice and equality in their communities. Sasa! Faith empowers faith communities to address th

WOLREC Executive Director, Maggie Kathewera Banda, last week attended a consultative Workshop on Piloting the Implementation of the African Union Accountability Framework for the Elimination of Harmful Practices in Nairobi, Kenya. The African Union Commission, through its Department of Health, Humanitarian Affairs, and Social Development, organized the Workshop, which brought together representatives from AU Member States, Regional Economic Communities, and key stakeholders t

Our Executive Director, Maggie Kathewera Banda, this week attended a two-day East and Southern Africa External Engagement and Influencing (EEI) Regional Convening in Mbabane, Eswatini, under the What Works to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls programme. The meeting focused on strengthening national-level advocacy and influence through the development and operationalization of National Advocacy Plans, while advancing regional strategy goals. Discussions centred on: • Am

A recent study by the NGO Coalition on Child Rights (NGO-CCR) has revealed alarming findings about the plight of domestic workers in Malawi, highlighting that most earn far below the government’s prescribed minimum wage. According to the baseline study, conducted for the Action for Paid Childcare Sector Transformation (ACT) Project implemented by the World University Service of Canada (WUSC - Malawi) in partnership with WOLREC, despite the Ministry of Labour’s recent review o

The Women’s Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC) has extended its heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency Prof. Arthur Peter Mutharika, Right Honourable Justice Dr Jane Ansah and the entire Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for their resounding victory in the September 16th elections. In a Press Statement, WOLREC Executive Director Maggie Kathewera Banda highlighted the ascension of Dr Ansah to the vice presidency as a historic milestone that reflects the country’s growing co

#WOLREC   The Women’s Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC) celebrates all mothers for their strength, love, and resilience. You are the heart of families, the backbone of communities, and the driving force behind positive change. Today, we honor your sacrifices, your courage, and your endless care. Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing women nurturing a better world for generations to come! #HappyMothersDay   #WomenEmpowerment   #MothersOfChange

The Women’s Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC) recently held male focus group sessions in Chikwawa, fostering conversations on balancing...

As one of the accredited observers in today’s historic General Election, WOLREC members of staff were out in full force, embarking on an...

WOLREC Executive Director Maggie Kathewera Banda, on Thursday delivered a powerful keynote address at the African Young Women’s...

To strengthen the voice and leadership of older adolescent girls in both formal and informal community spaces, WOLREC conducted a...

Celebrating Excellence! WOLREC has been awarded as the Best NGO in Community Empowerment. In this Press Statement, our Executive Director...

The Women’s Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting women’s leadership in Malawi as the country...

Today marked an important milestone for gender equality in Malawi, the Women's Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC) launched the Gender...