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We Provide Women humanitarian
Service Since 1990
Adashe Women Housing and Empowerment Society (AWHES) is a women-focused housing and empowerment organization registered with the Federal Government of Nigeria in 1990. Since our establishment, we have remained committed to a clear and enduring purpose to ensure that every woman has access to safe, decent housing at a price she can genuinely afford.
Founded on the belief that housing security is fundamental to dignity, economic stability, and family well-being, AWHES was created to respond to the long-standing housing challenges faced by women, low-income earners, and vulnerable families across Nigeria. Over the years, we have evolved into a trusted platform that combines cooperative savings, housing access, financial inclusion, and empowerment initiatives to deliver sustainable outcomes.
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Why Partner with us?
Why Partner With Us
Partnering with Adashe Housing and Empowerment Society allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of women, families, and communities.
3 Reasons to Partner With Us
- Proven Community Impact: Our programs have reached hundreds of women and families, providing safe housing, skills training, and livelihood support.
- Transparency & Accountability: We manage all donations and partnership resources openly, ensuring measurable results and responsible reporting.
- Sustainable & Scalable Programs: Our initiatives are designed to create long-term, community-led change that grows with your partnership.
Our Achievements
- Provided housing support and shelter assistance to over 200 women and families.
- Conducted medical outreaches reaching more than 1,500 community members.
- Delivered skills training and empowerment programs for women and youth, enabling income generation.
- Implemented 30 Days Ramadan Feeding Programs serving hundreds of vulnerable families.
- Built strong community partnerships with local leaders, volunteers, and stakeholders for lasting impact.
Meet Our Founder
Dr. Umma A. Sani
Zinariyar Gabasawar Zazzau
Humanitarian, Housing Advocate, and Social Impact Leader in Nigeria
About
Dr. Umma A. Sani, Zinariyar Gabasawar Zazzau, is a humanitarian, housing advocate, and social impact leader dedicated to improving the lives of women and vulnerable families across Nigeria. She is the Founder and Coordinator of Adashe Women Housing & Empowerment Society (AWHES), a nationwide movement committed to restoring dignity, stability, and opportunity to women facing hardship.
Founding of AWHES
She founded AWHES with a clear and unwavering purpose: to ease the lives of widows and vulnerable women. What began as a modest, community-based initiative has grown into an organization with over 10,000 women nationwide, supporting women through access to affordable housing, skills development, mentorship, and sustainable economic opportunities.
Personal Motivation
Dr. Umma A. Sani’s commitment to women’s empowerment is deeply rooted in lived experience. Raised by a single mother, she witnessed firsthand the resilience, sacrifice, and strength required to keep a family together against adversity. Later in life, following her divorce, she raised her three children independently, gaining a profound understanding of the fear, uncertainty, and responsibility that many women carry daily.
These experiences shaped her resolve to create a safe and supportive platform where women can rebuild their lives and secure their families’ futures.
Housing Impact
Under her leadership, AWHES launched its pilot housing programme in Kaduna State, with a target of developing 500 affordable homes. To date, 100 houses have been successfully completed and handed over to women beneficiaries, demonstrating AWHES’s capacity to translate vision into measurable and verifiable impact.
Through strategic partnerships with the Federal Government of Nigeria, Family Homes Funds, and other key stakeholders, the organization continues to expand access to housing and empowerment initiatives across the country.
Recognition & Awards
Dr. Umma Sani’s work has received both national and continental recognition. She was honoured at the Africa Housing Awards as Outstanding Woman in Real Estate and recognised at the African Women’s Conference in Ghana, where she shared AWHES’s vision of building sustainable, women-centred communities across Africa.
Long-Term Vision
Beyond housing delivery, her mission is holistic empowerment. AWHES is developing community-based training centres where women can acquire practical skills, build businesses, generate sustainable income, and confidently provide for their families.
Her long-term vision is to create environments where dignity is restored, families are strengthened, and futures are rebuilt.
Ongoing Commitment
Dr. Umma Sani remains deeply proud of the thousands of women already supported through AWHES and remains steadfast in her commitment to helping more women rise above hardship toward independence, security, and hope.
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Testimonials
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“Before Adashe Foundation supported me, my children and I struggled with unstable shelter. Today, we have a safe place to live. This support restored our dignity and gave us hope ...
Aisha M.
Beneficiary – Housing Support
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“The skills training I received helped me start a small business. I can now support my family with confidence. Adashe Foundation truly empowers women to stand on their own.”
Zainab S
Women Empowerment Program
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“Through the community farming project, I learned better ways to grow food and earn income. It has improved our household food security and strengthened our community.”
Fatima A
Empowernment
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“The free medical outreach helped me discover a health issue early. I received guidance and referrals that I could not afford before. This program saved me from serious problems.”
Maryam I.
Medical Outreach Beneficiary
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“Adashe Foundation works closely with our community and delivers real impact. Their transparency and commitment make them a trusted partner in community development.”
Abdullahi K.
Community Leader / Partner
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“During Ramadan, the feeding support eased our burden. My family had meals to break our fast with dignity. We are grateful for the kindness and care shown to us. May ...
Sadiya H.
Ramadan Feeding Program Beneficiary
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“Receiving a home through Adashe Foundation changed everything for my family. We now live with dignity and security. This support has given us a stable foundation to rebuild our lives.”
Hauwa B
Housing Beneficiary – 100 Homes Initiative
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“The distribution of 100 housing units to vulnerable women and families is a commendable intervention that aligns with our commitment to social welfare and inclusive development. Adashe Foundation’s work demonstrates ...