Association of Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs and Professionals - ANWEP

Our Needs

Homelessness, especially among minority women experiencing domestic violence, is a pressing issue that requires targeted and effective interventions. We seek your support for the Association of Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs & Professionals (ANWEP) in our mission to reduce homelessness among minority women experiencing domestic violence in Dallas and Denton Counties. Your donation will enable us to provide critical services and advocate for policies that create lasting change.

ANWEP is working to establish a homeless shelter equipped with a staffed Helpline/Call center, aimed at assisting low income immigrants who are victims of domestic violence and experiencing homelessness by offering culturally-appropriate support and advocacy daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT. A domestic violence helpline means that our advocates are trained to help anyone impacted by domestic and gender based violence. Also we are completely free, confidential, and anonymous. If it's not safe for victims to call, or if they don't feel comfortable talking on the phone, another option for getting direct help is to use our live chat service on our website or WhatsApp. This will provide the same one-on-one, real-time, confidential support from a trained advocate. Chat will be available every day 24/7/365. Our organization also offers a credit-building program, financial literacy and entrepreneurship workshop to help survivors build confidence and get on firmer financial footing.

We invite you to join us in this crucial effort. By supporting ANWEP’s initiatives, you are investing in a brighter, more equitable future for all residents of Dallas. Let’s work together to ensure that every woman, regardless of her background, has the opportunity to achieve her full potential and contribute meaningfully to our society. Empowering minority women through entrepreneurship and professional development not only improves their quality of life but also contributes significantly to the local economy.

Key Program Elements:

1. Safe Housing: We will provide temporary housing solutions to women and their children, ensuring they have a safe and supportive environment to rebuild their lives.
2. Comprehensive Support Services: Our program will offer professional counseling, legal assistance, and access to healthcare services, addressing the holistic needs of our clients.
3. Job Training and Economic Empowerment: We will provide job training programs, financial literacy workshops, and entrepreneurship support to help women gain economic independence and stability.

Anticipated Impact:

• We anticipate serving/supporting 20 women in the first year of our program.
• We expect that 75% of participants will transition to stable housing within six months.
• We aim for 80% of participants to find employment or start their own businesses within a year.

Statistics:

• 75% of the women we serve are African immigrants who have experienced domestic violence.
• 60% of these women successfully transition to stable housing within six months of our intervention.
• 85% of our program participants find employment or start their own businesses within a year.

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