EMDEF, a young women-led organization, is dedicated to empowering marginalized children, girls, and young women through targeted interventions aligned with global and national development frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Malawi Agenda 2030, and Malawi Vision 2063.
Inclusive and Equitable Education
We are complementing government efforts in providing quality education to all children. Our aim to is reduce barriers that hinder learners from accessing quality education and also improving learning outcomes through inclusive service delivery interventions..
Poverty Alleviation and Food Security
We are committed to combating poverty and enhancing food and nutrition security by empowering vulnerable communities with sustainable solutions. Our initiatives focus on promoting small-scale farming, providing training in modern agricultural techniques..
Health
Our health initiative focuses on improving access to information and essential services for children, youth, and women. It addresses critical areas such as mental health awareness, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), sexual and reproductive health..
Climate Change and Environmental Justice
Our initiative focuses on promoting climate resilience and environmental sustainability while addressing the social and economic inequities caused by climate change. We empower vulnerable communities, particularly women and youth..