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Education for change: Q4 2025 ISA Report

Wedu’s ISA Quarterly Report tells the story behind the numbers—showcasing how our Income Sharing Agreements are unlocking education and opportunity for women across Asia. From portfolio growth and contribution trends to graduate outcomes and fields of study, the report highlights the real impact of our pay-it-forward model.

Brought to life through an ISA member story, it demonstrates how flexible, trust-based financing supports women to complete their education, build meaningful careers, and reinvest in the dreams of those who follow.

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From Barriers to Bridges: Transforming Women's Leadership in Asia

At Wedu, we believe in a world where half of all leaders are women. Our 2025–2027 strategy outlines a clear path toward that vision — built on over a decade of experience empowering women leaders in South and Southeast Asia.

Read our full 2025–2027 Strategy to see how we’re driving intergenerational change.

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What we do

What we offer

Leadership Programmes

Our leadership development programmes, the Introduction to Leadership course and the Women’s Leadership Academy, build women’s capability to dream freely and pursue leadership positions, whilst pushing up against gender stereotypes and societal biases.

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Mentorship

We offer two mentorship programmes: the Global Mentorship Programme and tailored mentorship programmes through paid-partnership agreements. Partner with us to bring our regional expertise and global network to your organisation.

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Education Funding

Our Income Sharing Agreements (ISA) Programme eliminates the financial barrier many women face by providing accessible, customisable, and flexible stop-gap financing to women who want to pursue further education or skills development.

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A Life-long Community

We know that meaningful change is a collective effort, and that leadership development is an ongoing commitment.

Once part of our community, women leaders have life-long access to opportunities and networks at Wedu – ensuring support at any stage of their leadership journey.

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Women's Leadership and the Sustainable Development Goals

Over the past 12 years we have developed a suite of complementary solutions that enable women leaders in South and Southeast Asia to access Social, Financial, Decisional and Dream capital, in order to thrive.

By supporting women in building their skills and capital we are directly addressing Sustainable Development Goals: 3 Good Health and Well-being, 4 Quality Education, 5 Gender Equality, and 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth.

 

Read our 2024 Annual Report to learn more

Help us do the work

As a Non-Profit Organisation we rely on funding from diverse sources and allies. Your contribution allows us to continue to provide leadership development opportunities to thousands of women across South and Southeast Asia.

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Our Partners

Want to become an ally in the mission to close the gender leadership gap? Become our partner! Visit our partnerships page to learn more.

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Transforming humanitarian leadership with the IFRC-Wedu Mentorship Model

The IFRC–Wedu mentorship model is transforming humanitarian leadership by providing women with trusted, personalised guidance that strengthens confidence, clarity, and core leadership skills. This year’s cycle demonstrated how intentional mentorship can shift perspectives, sustain motivation, and build more inclusive leadership across Asia and the Pacific.

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