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The Global Fund For Women

As the largest public foundation investing exclusively in women-led human rights organizations, the Global Fund for Women has awarded nearly $100 million to 172 countries since 1987. The Global Fund for Women believes that social justice philanthropy acts as a catalyst for building a strong and independent civil society. Women's leadership is seen to be vital for sustainable social change.

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