Defending and advancing the rights of women, girls and gender-diverse people.

IWDA is a leading Australian organisation dedicated to advancing the rights of women, girls, and gender diverse people across Asia and the Pacific. Through equitable, values-led local and global partnerships, transformative research and bold advocacy, we collaborate to challenge deeply-rooted inequalities and create real, lasting change. Guided by inclusive feminist practice, decolonial principles and a commitment to collective care, we are working toward a future where gender equality is a lived reality for all.

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Feminist and Development Practice

The Value of IWDA as a Feminist and Decolonial Partner: Progress on the Path to a Gender-Equal Future

At IWDA, we believe that how we do our work matters as much as what we do. Feminist transformation is not only about outcomes; it is about relationships, power, accountability and the courage to change ourselves. This research represents a moment of reflection in that ongoing journey — a chance to pause, listen and learn. […]

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Research Report 26.03.26