NAWO influenced the law enforcement agencies for proper implementation of laws to address violence against women (PW DVA, PC and PNDT, Bill against sexual harassment of women in workplace) and influence promote and strengthen the redress system at district and state level.
Additionally, NAWO was the first organization to be allowed to work in psychosocial counselling, visit relief camps, and join district peace committees. NAWO is still fighting for the rights of women who have been victims of abuse, particularly widows who need more time to get well.