Perak Women for Women Society (PWW) is a registered, apolitical, non profitable and non-governmental organisation (NGO) set up in 2003 to enhance the status and lives of women in Perak irrespective of their race, religion and social background.

Our motto is “Self Respect and Respect for Others”

PWW helps women and children in crisis:

• Assists and supports women and children who are victims of abuse, violence and discrimination.

PWW advocates:

• Mutual Respect;
• Women’s Rights;
• Gender Equality in the society.

Mission and Objectives:

• To provide immediate assistance for women and children who are victims of violence
• To promote awareness on issues regarding abuse and violence against women
• To promote a culture of mutual respect
• To facilitate changes in society and the legal system for the protection and betterment of women and children
• To advocate women’s rights
• To elevate women’s socio-economic status and independence
• To promote gender equality

Our services include:

• Providing support for women and children in crisis
• Assisting victims of domestic violence and rape to seek medical, police and welfare assistance
• Providing temporary shelter for women and their children in crisis
• Assisting women in getting legal advice in matters concerning the rights of women and children
• Providing counselling and setting up a support group for single parents, victims of domestic violence and rape survivors
• Educating women through our awareness and education programmes held throughout the year
• Empowering women through various skills training towards achieving independence and self reliance. All our services are FREE and confidential.

Perak Women for Women Society (PWW)