In today’s world, access to technology increasingly determines access to opportunity. From education and employment to health information and financial services, digital tools shape how people learn, earn, and connect. Yet for millions of women and girls, especially in vulnerable communities, digital exclusion remains a major barrier, reinforcing inequality and limiting life choices.
AmazoOn du Web is working to change that. Led by Éléonore Koffi, the organization is helping women and adolescent girls in Côte d’Ivoire build the digital skills they need to strengthen their confidence, autonomy, and leadership within their communities.
Through partnerships, hands-on training, and community-driven programs, AmazoOn du Web is proving that digital literacy is more than technical knowledge — it’s a catalyst for social and economic transformation.
Digital literacy unlocks access — to information, services, networks, and livelihoods. For women and girls, it can mean the difference between exclusion and participation, dependency and independence. When women know how to use digital tools, they can access online education, communicate with service providers, manage businesses, advocate for their rights, and stay informed in moments of crisis.
Just as importantly, digital confidence strengthens personal agency. Women who can navigate technology are better positioned to make informed decisions, support their families, and engage in community leadership. In fragile contexts, digital tools can also support mental and physical wellbeing by improving access to information, connection, and community-based services, helping reduce isolation and build resilience.
This belief sits at the heart of AmazoOn du Web’s work: that technology, when paired with locally grounded training and support, becomes a powerful driver of gender equality and long-term development.
One of AmazoOn du Web’s most transformative initiatives is the ACT-Femmes project, funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC). Implemented in the Tchologo region of northern Côte d’Ivoire, the project supports women and adolescent girls in vulnerable communities by combining digital literacy with education, advocacy, and community engagement.
Through structured training sessions, women learn how to use digital tools to access information, communicate effectively, and participate more fully in civic and economic life. These skills are reinforced through group learning spaces, community screenings, and youth programs that promote dialogue, confidence, and leadership — helping women not only gain knowledge but use it to shape their futures.
ACT-Femmes also integrates broader wellbeing and protection awareness into digital and community learning, ensuring women have the tools and confidence to seek support, share information, and strengthen their social networks. Together, these approaches create pathways toward informed decision-making and greater independence.
Behind the impact on communities is a commitment to strong systems and sustainability. With support from Global Affairs Canada and Action Against Hunger, AmazoOn du Web has strengthened its financial and administrative capacity, improving fund management, transparency, and long-term planning. These investments ensure that programs are impactful today and positioned for long-term success.
In 2024, UNESCO Côte d’Ivoire recognized AmazoOn du Web’s leadership by providing funding to support community empowerment initiatives in Aboisso, further validating the organization’s strong governance and credibility at national level.
In 2025, Action Against Hunger received a national award for good practices in literacy as part of the ACT-Femmes project in the Tchologo region. The recognition, awarded by the Directorate for Literacy and Non-Formal Education Coordination following a technical field evaluation and experience-sharing workshop on September 8 and 9, 2025, highlighted the project’s effectiveness and quality.
The literacy program exceeded its objectives, training 566 women and adolescent girls — 113% of the original target. Participants strengthened essential reading, writing, and numeracy skills, supporting economic independence, confidence, and long-term resilience.
Every new digital skill learned is more than a technical milestone — it’s a step toward greater voice, choice, and opportunity. Through its work, AmazoOn du Web is showing that when women gain access to technology and the confidence to use it, they don’t just adapt to a changing world — they lead it.
The ACT Femmes project empowers women and adolescent girls to access their rights, including sexual and reproductive health, legal protection, and income opportunities. By supporting small businesses, savings programs, and participation in local decision-making, the project strengthens women’s confidence, autonomy, and resilience, creating lasting change for their families and communities. Learn more.
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