AWFISHNET,

Empowering African Women in fisheries Sector.

What we do

African Women Fish Processors and Traders Network (AWFISHNET) is a non-profit,non-political, and non-religious continental network of women who process andtrade fish in Africa. The organization aims to strengthen the position andcontribution of women fish workers to the continental agenda of ending hungerin Africa and halving poverty, given their vital role as active players in the fisheriessector and African society. AWFISHNET was established in April 2017 with thesupport of AU-AIBAR and other partners, following a request from its members inlate 2016. The network serves as a coordinating body for all members involved in fish processing and trade in Africa. Members rely on the network as a consultative mechanism to strengthen institutional coordination and collaboration regarding matters that affect their interests as women fish processors and traders.

Platform for African women Fishprocessors and Traders

Share best practices experiences, technologies, and learning together;
To collaborate and elaborate.
Advocate for issues affecting their activities.
Facilitate enabling policy environment to enhance their role in fisheries sector in the continent.

Membership

Members of AWFISHNET are the National Networks of Women Fish Processors and Traders in the country members of the African Union.

During its formation, AWFISHNET begun with 28 countries and to dates, its proud of its 44 members spread in the continent.

Our numbers that speak

We have numbers that push us to give in our best and make sure that we break our own records. We are happy to be growing and helping more day by day.

Members

Women Helped

Funds Raised

Families Benefited

Our Thematic Areas

Workplace Safety

Ensuring occupational safety and health standards, safety protocols and risk assessment for women in fish processing and trading.

Well-being Support

Prioritizing the well-being and social welfare of women, healthcare services and social support networks.

Capacity Building

Enhancing professional competencies and skills of women, encompassing training, education and skill building programs.

Women Empower-ment

Initiative focused on financial literacy, entrepreneurship training, access to resources and markets.

Our Initiative Programs

Capacity Building

Enhanced AWFISHNET and affiliate organizational capacity development

Community Waste Cleanup Initiatives

Engaging the community in the Sea-waste cleanup initiative

Advocating Change through Regulatory Education

Improved participation of women in policy and regulatory processes and outcomes that could impacting their businesses

The AWFISHNET 1st General Assembly, April 18 - 20, 2019

Empowers them with skills to mitigate occupational hazards, comply with regulations, and maintain hygiene standards. Ultimately, it safeguards their well-being, boosts business success, and fosters a safer work environment.

Breaking Barriers

Increased viability and competitiveness of women-owned enterprise

Marine Resources Preservation

Preserving the ocean is vital for biodiversity, climate regulation, and livelihoods. Protecting marine resources ensures sustainability for ecosystems and communities worldwide.