Daughters of AfricaFoundation · DOAF

Women · Youth · Grassroots communities

When Africa’s daughters rise, communities rise with them.

The Daughters of Africa Foundation equips women, youth, educators and community leaders with the knowledge, skills, confidence and opportunities to build resilience and drive sustainable development.

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Who we are

The Daughters of Africa Foundation (DOAF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women, youth and grassroots communities across Africa.

We believe lasting change grows from within communities. When a woman gains a skill, a young person finds work, or a teacher learns new methods, the benefits ripple out to families and whole neighbourhoods.

From our roots in the UK to our registration in The Gambia and initiatives across the continent, we connect local action with a global community of support.

  1. Founded in the United KingdomWhere the idea of Daughters of Africa took shape.
  2. Registered in The Gambia, 2016Official registration as a charity, Charity No. 2016/C3770.
  3. Growing across AfricaActive branches and initiatives in other African nations, including Kenya.
  4. A global digital networkSharing the stories and leadership of African women with the world.
Our mission is to equip women, youth, educators and community leaders with the knowledge, skills, confidence and opportunities to build resilience and drive sustainable development.
WomenYouthEducatorsCommunity leaders

The challenges we tackle

Six threads, woven together. Choose one to see the challenge and how we respond.

Challenge 1 of 6

How we respond

    Amplifying the voices of African women

    Through our global digital platform, we share inspiring stories of African women’s leadership: the farmers, founders, teachers, activists and changemakers shaping the continent.

    Every story shared is proof of what is possible, and an invitation for the next daughter of Africa to lead.

    Share a story
    Leaders in their communitiesWomen driving change at the grassroots, often unseen.
    Innovators and entrepreneursBuilding businesses and solutions that create jobs.
    Educators and mentorsShaping the next generation in classrooms and beyond.

    Get involved

    There are many ways to stand with Africa’s daughters.

    Donate

    Fund training, mentoring and opportunities for women and youth.

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    Partner

    Organisations, schools and companies can co-create programmes with us.

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    Mentor

    Share your experience with young people and emerging women leaders.

    Become a mentor

    Volunteer

    Offer your time and skills, on the ground or online.

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