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
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
Building confidence and self-esteem
Economic empowerment and access to capital
Protecting physical and mental health
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.
- Educational programs dedicated to Afro-descendant diasporas
- Providing scholarships to talented youth in need
- Personalized guidance will be offered to support them throughout their academic and professional journey.
- Supporting local and global entrepreneurship
- Training for future-oriented professions
- Training for future-oriented professions
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.
- Highlighting role models
- Organizing conferences, masterclasses, and media campaigns to showcase these inspiring figures.
- Creating interactive platforms
- Platforms where young talents can directly engage with these exemplary leaders.
- Providing new perspectives for the future
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.
- Identify and map existing solutions
- Create bridges between funding opportunities and beneficiaries.
- Select and fund high-impact local talents
- Support inclusive and tailored financing models.
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.
- Address physical and mental health needs
- Support single-parent women
- Create a sustainable well-being ecosystem
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.
- Celebrate Ancestral Knowledge
- Storytelling & Transmission
- Heritage as a Tool for Empowerment
- Global Movement Rooted in Memory
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
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.
Join us. Act Now.
Be part of this movement.
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.
