Empowerment Initiatives

WIHD also engages in various other empowerment initiatives to improve on the lives of displaced persons in the informal economy, including exposure-dialogue programs, and policy dialogues. These activities often involve cross-programmatic collaborations and are driven by the needs of displaced persons informal workers' member organizations.

• Cross-Programmatic Collaboration: WIHD fosters collaboration across its programs to develop and implement empowerment initiatives effectively. By leveraging expertise from different areas, such as law, social protection, and rural policies, we ensure comprehensive and holistic approaches to addressing the diverse needs of displaced persons.
• Needs-Driven Approach: Our empowerment initiatives are driven by the needs and priorities of displaced persons informal worker member organizations. Through regular consultations and feedback mechanisms, we identify emerging challenges and opportunities within the informal economy and design initiatives to address them effectively.
• Research and Innovation: WIHD conducts research as part of its empowerment initiatives to generate evidence-based insights into key issues facing displaced persons as informal workers. This research informs the development of innovative solutions and policy recommendations aimed at improving the livelihoods and working conditions of displaced persons.
• Exposure-Dialogue Programs: We organize exposure-dialogue programs that bring together displaced persons informal worker organizations, policymakers, and other stakeholders to exchange knowledge and experiences. These programs facilitate learning, networking, and collaboration, leading to more informed decision-making and effective advocacy efforts.