About us
Edinburgh African Women’s Network CIC (EAWN) is a community-led organisation dedicated to supporting and empowering African women in Edinburgh.
We create safe spaces where women can connect, develop skills, access opportunities, and build confidence to thrive personally and professionally.
Our approach
Our Mission
To empower African women in Edinburgh through skills development, economic opportunities, well-being support, and community connection.
Our Vision
A community where African women are supported, visible, economically empowered, and able to reach their full potential while contributing meaningfully to society.
What we do
EAWN addresses structural barriers faced by African women, including access to employment, business start-up challenges, social isolation, leadership involvement and wellbeing needs.
Practical empowerment through community-led initiatives
Career Development Program
Building professional confidence and skills
- CV writing and optimisation workshops
- Interview preparation and practice sessions
- LinkedIn profile development
- One-on-one mentoring opportunities
“Helping women navigate the Scottish job market with confidence”
Entrepreneurship & Business Support
From idea to launch; supporting women business owners
- Business plan development workshops
- Start-up funding guidance and grant applications
- Financial literacy and business accounting basics
“Turning dreams into sustainable enterprises”
Wellbeing & Mental Health
Nurturing whole-person wellness in community
- Mental health awareness sessions
- Stress management and self-care workshops
- Cultural identity and belonging discussions
“Creating safe spaces for healing and growth”
Our numbers that speak
We have numbers that push us to give in our best and make sure that we break our own records. We are happy to be growing and helping more day by day.
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