Mission
Founded in 1993, the Institute of Women & Ethnic Studies (IWES) is a national non-profit health organization based in New Orleans. The organization addresses the lack of access to comprehensive health programs for people of color and their families in the Greater New Orleans area. IWES combines advocacy, health education, research, and direct services to improve wellness and health equity in local communities, ultimately fostering happier and more resilient lives.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
1993
EIN
72-1244155
Total Assets
$6.091 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
Showing 3 of 5 goals
At a Glance
Resilience, Well-Being & Mental Health
IWES supports youth in navigating their adolescence and forming healthy peer relationships, providing medically-accurate information and coping skills.
Research & Evaluation Initiatives
IWES conducts culturally responsive research and evaluation, ensuring the effectiveness of their programs through evidence-based strategies.
Advocacy for Adolescent Health
Through advocacy, IWES emphasizes the importance of comprehensive sexual health education in schools to support youth.
Impact Stats
17,330+
Total Youth Reached
Youth Reached Through Programming
Since 2010, IWES Adolescent Health Programming has reached over 17,000 youth in Louisiana.
820+
Total Partner Sites
Partner Sites for Adolescent Health
The program has been implemented in over 820 different partner sites since 2010.
Past Events
Bounce Back Event
2023-03-15
In March, the Bounce Back event was hosted by a cohort of youth who explored resilience. This was a significant gathering aimed at fostering discussion around mental health.
Our Programs
Adolescent Health
This program supports youth to navigate adolescence with safe spaces and medically-accurate information.
Learn MoreImpact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
62
44
/100
Program Expense Ratio
78.05%
12
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-16.17%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1095
18
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.9921
10
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 4.802M | 90.00% |
| Program Services | 510.1K | 9.56% |
| Investment Income | 18.66K | 0.35% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 4.889K | 0.09% |
| Total Revenue | 5.336M | 100.00% |
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