Together Women Rise is a powerful community of women and allies dedicated to achieving global gender equality. Together, we learn about and advocate for gender equality issues, give grants to organizations that empower women and girls in low-income communities in the Global South, and build community to forge meaningful connections that increase our strength and collective impact.
Our Mission
Together Women Rise cultivates the collective power of community to achieve global gender equality.
Our Vision
Together Women Rise envisions a world where every person has the same opportunities to thrive regardless of their gender or where they live.
Our Values
- Collaboration — We harness the power of collective action to change the world for women and girls.
- Integrity — We act with honesty and transparency.
- Inclusion — As global citizens, we welcome and value everyone.
- Empowerment — We enable women and girls to create change for themselves, their families and their communities.
- Passion — We are driven to achieve global gender equality.
Our 2026-2028 Strategic Plan
As Together Women Rise approaches its 25th anniversary, we have set out a bold vision for the future of our organization. This plan builds on Rise’s successes and strengths as a philanthropic, collective giving community focused on grantmaking to achieve global gender equality in the Global South. The plan focuses on four major goals that will guide the organization over the next three years.
- Increase the Impact of Our Grantmaking
- Strengthen Our Philanthropic Culture
- Deepen and Broaden Engagement
- Advance Organizational Culture and Excellence
This strategic plan positions Together Women Rise to expand its impact, strengthen its philanthropic culture, engage a broader and more diverse community, and build the internal capacity needed for long-term success.