Initiative for Marawi Women
The I.M. Women Campaign is a movement to rebuild Marawi’s communities by reviving the age-old tradition of weaving. The Austrian Embassy in Manila and Samahan ng mga Pilipina para sa Reporma at Kaunlaran Inc.(SPARK! Philippines), in cooperation with the Department of Interior and Local Government(DILG), Havas Ortega Group, Sinagtala PH, Mindanao State University, ArteFino, ECHOsi Foundation, and UPS, empower Maranao girls and women to express the narrative of their rich heritage and become involved in various programs that will nurture their emotional well-being, develop livelihood skills, as well as tackle gender issues in their respective communities.
The Campaign Identity.
The Weaver’s Identity.
The Programs
Through the Girl’s and Women’s Empowerment program, Maranao girls and women become aware of their rights and roles in their communities. This empowers them to take part in decision-making processes and to participate as full and equal partners in rebuilding the city.
With the support of Marawi’s local officials and community leaders, the Gender and Development program develops ownership and skills in tackling gender issues within Maranao communities.
The Women’s Economic Program educates Maranao women to further their knowledge of business operations and practices that will better prepare them for their financial endeavours as well as connect them with private sectors to help generate captured markets
