Identity

  • The South African Association of Women Graduates (SAAWG) is an affiliate of the Graduate Women International (GWI), one of the world’s most important and prestigious non-governmental organisations devoted to the betterment of women. As a national federation or association, SAAWG participates in the GWI committees, conferences and activities.
  •  The SAAWG is also a founder member of the Federation of University Women of Africa (FUWA), and is equally anxious to make a contribution to the well-being of African graduate women.
  • Within South Africa the SAAWG is unique as the only group of graduate women of many disciplines. Its constitution lays down that it is a totally non-racial and non-political organisation.
  • International and national fellowships, scholarships, bursaries and awards are available to members.

The SAAWG promotes the tertiary education of women and their self-development over their lifespan. It seeks equity for women graduates, cross cultural insights and co-operation, and societal advancement. Its great underlying purpose is world peace, brought about through education and international friendship.

Our purpose

In conjunction with GWI and FUWA the focus of SAAWG is the graduate woman. The Association is committed to:

  •  Improving the status of women and girls
  •  Furthering the development of education
  •  Assisting women to move into decision-making positions
  •  Protecting human rights
  •  Promoting peace

CONTACT US

National executive

Hazel Bowen

Acting National President

Lungile Ndlovu

Secretary

Ntokozo Ntuli

Treasurer

Ida Mulenga

CIR

Catherine Bell

Membership Database

Joyce West

Additional Member

Camilla Swartz

Additional Member