African-descendant women navigate greater hurdles in Education, Economy, and Society

Meanwhile, a rising wave of contributions from these Women to society and their Communities

Global Education, Health, Global Economic, Societal Hurdles

Migration and Displacement

A need for more Role Models & Representation

Lack of Unity, Connections, and Relationships

Africa has the highest rate
of women entrepreneurs at

25%

compared to Europe's

5.7%

Creating The 1st Global AI Platform
Connecting African and African-Descendant Women
—Empowering Through Education, Mentorship, Entrepreneurship, and Wellness.

WINSKILLS

Education and Training for self-transformation

WINCONFIDENCE

Building confidence and self-esteem

WINCAPITAL

Economic empowerment and access to capital 

WINWELL

Protecting physical and mental health

WINHERITAGE

Transforming memory into a force for leadership, resilience, and innovation

⁠"At ADWIN, we harness the power of AI not to replace the human connection, but to deepen it — offering personalized skills training, meaningful mentor-mentee matches, and continuous support for Afro-descendant women. We center their realities, embrace their ambitions, and challenge the biases that too often distort their potential in tech-driven systems."

Be part of this movement

Connect and empower 1 million African-descendant

women globally by 2030 through education, mentorship, and entrepreneurship.

We aim to create opportunities and build a strong network of women driving change worldwide.

Join us and be part of this movement!

A unique 360º approach based on 5 Pillars

WINSKILLS

Train to Transform

WinSkills is more than just a digital platform—it is an ecosystem. ADWIN deploys an innovative approach that combines a digital platform with in-person experiences to develop essential talents and skills for a sustainable future. This program aims to address local needs while integrating a global dimension, emphasizing education as a lever for transformation.

WINCONFIDENCE

Building Confidence and Inspiring Future Generations

A global mentorship program connecting inspiring women leaders with emerging young talents, offering personalized guidance to help them maximize their potential.

WINCAPITAL

Funding to Accelerate Change

Simplified access to public and private financing to support entrepreneurial and innovative projects led by African and Afro-descendant women.

WINWELL

Thriving in Balance to Succeed Better

This program focuses on the physical, mental, and social well-being of African and Afro-descendant women, whose vulnerabilities are heightened by specific challenges.

WINHERITAGE

Where Legacy Meets Leadership

WINHERITAGE is a journey of reconnection—honoring history, heritage, and identity to unlock the power of memory as a catalyst for resilience, innovation, and leadership.
By embracing ancestral wisdom, WINHERITAGE transforms the past into a living force that shapes a bold and empowered future for African and Afro-descendant women.

Backed by Global Partners

Our Team

Meet the driving forces behind our success, where our collective strength shines brighter than our size.

Elisabeth Moreno

Business Woman, Former Minister,
ADWIN co-founder

George-Axelle Broussillon Matschinga

Global Inclusion Expert,
ADWIN co-founder

Prescillia Avenel-Delpha

Managing Director Trace+,
ADWIN co-founder

Raffaella GOZZELINO

From Italy & Cape Verde
Based in Portugal

Lina KACYEM

From Cameroon and US
Based in Ivory Coast

Meriem BOUDJADJA

From Algeria
Based in Saint Martin

Sloane BARROS

From Cape Verde and Martinique Based in Portugal

Natasha NGUNDU

From Zimbabwe
Based in United Kingdom

Aude JUGLARD

From France
Based in Ivory Coast

Habiba ADDI

From Algeria
Based in France

Ornella BONIOMA

From Congo and DRC
Based in Congo and DRC

Marie DIAGNE

From France

Bintou LOUM

From Senegal
Based in France

Monique MEIGEMOLLE

From Rwanda
Based in Morocco

Safia FASSI FIHRI

From Morocco

ADWIN's Godmothers & Main partners

The remarkable women that
amplify our impact.

Debora Katisa Carvalho

First Lady of Cabo Verde – Advocate for social inclusion, education, and the empowerment of women and youth across island communities.

Dominique Ouattara

First Lady of Côte d’Ivoire – Champion of child protection and women’s rights, founder of the Children of Africa Foundation.

Euphrasie Kouassi Yao

Former Minister for the Promotion of Women, the Family and Child Protection - Special Advisor to the Prime Minister UNESCO Chairholder

Our Event

5th & 6th of June

Abidjan

Ivory Coast

Fromat

A 2-day Global forum of People & Business connections

Location

Abidjan – Ivory Coast :

  • Visibility of women in power
  • English- and French-speaking country
  • Free visa access for all African countries
  • Safety-oriented infrastructures
  • Easy travel access

Timing

5th & 6th of June 2025

At ADWIN, we believe in creating opportunities for growth, leadership, and community-building. Our mission is to uplift and empower African descendant women by offering resources, networks, and programs that foster personal and professional development. Together, we are creating a movement that honors our heritage, celebrates our achievements, and forges a powerful future.

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Creating the 1st Global African-Descendant Women’s Network — Empowering African-Descendant Women

ADWIN

A global non-profit providing mentorship and entrepreneurship opportunities to African descendant women across the world.

Empowering Women’s lives, Connecting Dreams.

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