Rooted in Resilience: The Story of WIHD

In Cameroon’s diverse landscapes, the challenges of displacement are deeply felt. With more than 712,000 people uprooted within the country, the need to support vulnerable populations—especially women and families fleeing conflict in English-speaking regions—remains urgent. Recognizing this reality sparked a collective commitment to action, giving rise to Women in Humanitarian Dynamics (WIHD).

Founded with a dual mission, WIHD set out to provide immediate relief for displaced populations while also addressing the long-term economic hardships they face—particularly women surviving in the informal economy.

WIHD’s first initiative was a microenterprise project that equipped women entrepreneurs with the tools to achieve self-sufficiency. Partnering with local training institutions, we launched vocational programs in areas like food processing and craft-making, enabling women to develop sustainable income-generating skills.

Over time, our mission has grown into a comprehensive movement that supports and connects organizations representing the working poor. Through advocacy, research, and direct support, WIHD elevates their voices in policymaking spaces, driving greater recognition and inclusion in society.

Today, WIHD remains firmly committed to empowering displaced persons in the informal economy. By promoting equitable integration from remote communities to urban centers, we work to build resilience, advance social and economic rights, and create opportunities for lasting stability.

At WIHD, we believe that embracing the power of the informal economy is not only key to sustainable growth—it is essential to achieving true social justice.