International Widows Day 2025
In a remarkable display of community, compassion, and commitment, Hands of God Widows Support Initiative (HOGWIN) successfully hosted its 2025 International Widows Day Empowerment Program on June 23rd, bringing together widows from various local communities for a transformative day of support and empowerment.
Held under the theme “Dignity, Opportunity, and Healing for Every Widow,” the event featured group discussions, knowledge sharing, peer support, and personal development sessions tailored to equip widows with practical tools for economic independence and emotional resilience.
“This year’s event was not just about assistance—it was about restoring dignity,” said Mr. phranklin Audu, Executive Director of HOGWIN. “We believe widows should not be seen through the lens of loss alone. They are women of strength, courage, and potential—and we are proud to stand with them on their journey forward.”
Participants shared stories of resilience, engaged in group counselling, and received starter packs to boost or launch small businesses. For many, it was their first opportunity to be seen, heard, and supported beyond sympathy.
We are especially grateful to all our partners, volunteers, donors - and particularly the good people at The Sciart Finance Company Limited whose unwavering support made this day possible. Your generosity isn’t just financial—it’s transformational. It creates a ripple effect that turns sorrow into songs, and despair into determination.
According to Mrs. Charity Ude, a widow and one of the winners of the free business starter kits, “we are overwhelmed by the show of love”. “Today I walk away not as a widow defined by grief, but as a woman fueled by hope.”
As International Widows Day 2025 wraps up, HOGWIN looks ahead with renewed vigor and commitment. We are not done yet. We are only just getting started.
Hands of God Widows Support Initiative remains committed to advocating for the rights, welfare, and inclusion of widows across Nigeria.
Because widows are not invisible. They are invincible.
#WidowsMatterToo #InternationalWidowsDay
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2025-06-29 21:26:37esimrp
Rahab Solomon
2025-06-24 21:41:34We really appreciate your efforts into making sure that we widows smile again. God bless hand of God foundation