About Us
Our Mission
Network of Female Professionals in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) in Nigeria (FEMinWASH) is a nongovernmental organization committed to providing a platform for Nigerian women in WASH to connect with each other. Our vision is to have a formal Nigerian network of female professionals in WASH and to serve as a formal network for female WASH professionals. Together, we can provide a system where our collaborative efforts can be concentrated on addressing the public health situation in Nigeria.
Our Focus Areas
Gender Rights
The Network is committed to amplifying the voices of female professionals in WASH Nigeria and development initiatives for the underrepresented girls in Nigeria.
Social Development
The Network is focused on collaborative efforts with partners to achieve Sustainable Development Goals for WASH in Nigeria.
Civic Education
The Network is committed to poverty reduction in Nigeria by collaborating with the Nigerian Government and other stakeholders in the public health field.
News
Recent Activities
National Sanitation Conference 2025: Gallery
The Nigeria National Sanitation Conference 2025 held in Abuja from 17 to 18 November 2025 united WASH policymakers, innovators, local government authorities, private organizations, and communities to address sanitation challenges in Nigeria. The FEMinWASH was very well represented in this conference. Day 1 Day 2
FEMinWASH, SUBEB, and Partners Celebrate Global Handwashing Day in Calabar
Calabar, Cross River State — October 21, 2025 FEMinWASH, in collaboration with the Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and the State Planning Commission joined the global community to commemorate Global Handwashing Day 2025 at PCN Primary School, Ikot Mbo, Tinapa Road, Odukpani LGA. Held under the theme “Be a Handwashing Hero,” the…
Advocacy Visit to State Planning Commission on October 9, 2025
The FEMinWASH team, comprising several State Executive Committee members, paid a visit to the State Planning Commission (SPC) on Thursday, 9 October 2025. They were warmly received by the Vice Chairman and CEO, Dr. Bong Duke, at his office. During the meeting, the team introduced FEMinWASH and presented its aims and objectives. Dr. Bong Duke…
Become a Member
To help as many people as possible, we always lack enthusiastic volunteers. Please contact us for more info.
The Network 