A space to share ideas, and the courage to build
Women Concern and Idea (WCI) is a refugee-led, women-led organisation working to advance dignity, protection and opportunity for women and girls.
A Journey Rooted in Community
WCI began as a small community initiative in Zone III of Bidibidi Settlement, a space where women could share ideas and support one another.
In 2022, the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) recognised WCI, and in 2023 our first funding let us turn ideas into programmes.
A Voice for Women and Girls
WCI joined the wider women’s rights movement, bringing the voice of a refugee-led, women-led organisation to the work of protecting women and girls.
By 2025, our protection, health, skills and farming work was reaching more than 1,000 women and girls across the settlement.
Turning Ideas into Sustainable Solutions
With the THEA programme and Ashden, we started a clean cooking enterprise.
Five savings groups with 150 members have built 348 stoves and produced 4,504 kg of briquettes, and 262 households have moved away from three-stone fires.
Ashden’s support also strengthened our policies and leadership.
What Drives Us
Dignity and Safety
More than 1,231 young people and mothers have been reached with health information and violence awareness.
Local Ownership
Five village leaders now help mobilise their neighbours, and savings groups solve production problems themselves.
Self-Reliance
Savings groups scaled up production without waiting for grants, and are repaying their equipment loans.
Stand With Women. Drive Real Community Change.
Our story is built on the strength of local women and allies working together across field settlements. Join our network to mentor, advocate, or support community-led initiatives where they matter most.