The Strengthening Women in Leadership (SWIL) project is implemented by TAMWA Zanzibar in collaboration with JUWAUZA, PEGAO, and ZAFELA. This initiative aims to increase women's participation in democratic processes in Tanzania, particularly in the lead-up to the 2025 general elections. SWIL works alongside national and local institutions, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), religious leaders, and the media to promote awareness and accountability.
The project strives to create an enabling environment for women leaders by challenging patriarchal systems and advocating for legal reforms that support women’s political participation. Key objectives include empowering women with knowledge on leadership and democratic rights, training journalists and media outlets to produce solution-based stories on women’s political rights, and engaging key stakeholders to address legal gaps in women’s leadership.