Education Advocacy
We offer personalized mentorship to help girls navigate the complexities of boarding school and university applications. We assist with scholarship and fellowship opportunities, guiding students through preparing for interviews, building strong resumes, and presenting themselves confidently. Through one-on-one support, we empower young women with the tools they need to pursue their educational goals and unlock opportunities for their future.
WHY?
Women & Education
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Globally, 129 million girls are out of school, including 32 million of primary school age and 97 million of secondary school age.
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In low-income countries, 90% of girls cannot read a simple sentence by age 10, highlighting a major literacy crisis.
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Only 1 in 5 girls living in conflict-affected areas will finish secondary education due to war, displacement, and instability.
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Every year, 12 million girls are married before the age of 18, often causing them to drop out of school, and preventing them from completing their education.
On the status of women: worldwide
In many regions, socio-economic challenges, cultural norms, and conflict prevent millions of girls from enrolling in or completing their education. Even in countries with relatively high education rates, women still face inequality in fields like STEM, limiting their career opportunities. Bridging the gap in education is key to unlocking economic, social, and political opportunities for women, leading to more inclusive and sustainable development.
This image highlights the stark gender disparity in global education. It shows that 30.9 million girls of primary school age are out of school, compared to 28.4 million boys. Importantly, it reveals that girls are twice as likely as boys to never enter school, with 16 million girls expected to remain out of the education system entirely, emphasizing the urgent need to address gender inequality in education access.
Higher education levels in women are associated with lower maternal and infant mortality rates. Educated women are more likely to access and utilize healthcare, leading to better health outcomes for both mothers and children.
There is a strong correlation between women's education and poverty reduction. As women attain higher levels of education, poverty rates drop significantly, showcasing how education can break the cycle of poverty.
As the education level of women increases, so does the GDP growth of a country. Countries where women have higher education experience significantly higher economic growth.