“EmpowerHER: Supporting the Future, One Girl at a Time”
"EmpowerHER: Supporting the Future, One Girl at a Time"
“EmpowerHER: Supporting the Future, One Girl at a Time” is a transformative project by GEAM AFRIKA that focuses on supporting and promoting girl child education across Africa. The project aims to break down barriers that hinder girls’ access to quality education and create a supportive environment that empowers them to thrive academically and personally.
Statistics: According to UNESCO, approximately 130 million girls globally were out of school before the COVID-19 pandemic. In sub-Saharan Africa, over 31 million primary-school-aged girls are out of school, and gender disparities in education remain prevalent. Lack of access to education often leads to limited opportunities, early marriage, and perpetuates cycles of poverty.
Project Objectives:
- Increase access to quality education for girls in underserved communities.
- Improve retention rates and reduce dropouts among girls in primary and secondary schools.
- Promote gender-responsive and inclusive education policies in target regions.
- Empower girls with essential life skills and leadership training to become change-makers in their communities.
Budget: ₦12,000,000
Item | Cost (₦) |
School Infrastructure Enhancement | ₦4,000,000 |
Scholarships and Educational Materials | ₦3,000,000 |
Capacity Building Workshops for Teachers | ₦1,500,000 |
Life Skills and Leadership Training | ₦1,500,000 |
Community Sensitization Campaign | ₦1,000,000 |
Monitoring and Evaluation | ₦500,000 |
Miscellaneous Expenses | ₦500,000 |
Contingency | ₦500,000 |
Total | ₦12,000,000 |
Project Components:
- School Infrastructure Enhancement: Improving the learning environment by providing necessary facilities, such as classrooms, libraries, and sanitation facilities, to support girl child education.
- Scholarships and Educational Materials: Providing scholarships and essential learning materials, including books, uniforms, and stationery, to financially disadvantaged girls.
- Capacity Building Workshops for Teachers: Conducting workshops to train teachers in gender-responsive teaching methodologies and classroom management techniques.
- Life Skills and Leadership Training: Empowering girls with life skills, confidence-building activities, and leadership training to enhance their personal development.
- Community Sensitization Campaign: Conducting awareness campaigns in target communities to promote the importance of educating girls and addressing cultural norms that hinder girls’ education.
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Implementing a robust monitoring and evaluation system to assess project impact and ensure effective utilization of resources.
Project Impact: “EmpowerHER: Supporting the Future, One Girl at a Time” seeks to positively impact the lives of thousands of girls, breaking down barriers, and promoting gender equality in education. By investing in girls’ education, the project aims to empower them to become educated, confident, and influential individuals who contribute to their communities and society as a whole.
GEAM AFRIKA recognizes that educating girls is a critical step towards achieving gender equality and sustainable development in Africa. By supporting girl child education, the NGO aims to build a brighter and more equitable future for all.