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Women's Global Education Project

Org #982
Vetted since 2008 Site Visit Verified
2003
year founded
$253,363
raised on GlobalGiving
16
years fundraising
0
projects funded
* Amounts in US Dollars

Mission

Women's Global Education Project was founded on the idea that everyone is entitled to an education, regardless of gender or economic status. We believe that universal education, gender equality and empowerment of women are critical to a society's development. Our mission is to provide access to education and develop training program that empower women and girls, particularly those in developing nations, to build better lives and foster equitable communities.

Projects (2)

Project Leaders
Amy Maglio
Amy Maglio
Lindsay Lees
Lindsay Lees
Team
Lily Messih, Amy Maglio, Aniceta Kiriga, Daniela Bovio, Yvette Penda Senghor
Organization Information
136 N Marion Street
Suite 201
Oak Park, IL 60301
United States
708 613 5260
Organization Information
136 N Marion Street
Suite 201
Oak Park, IL 60301
United States
708 613 5260

Project Reports

Each of GlobalGiving’s nonprofit partners is required to send quarterly donor reports detailing the impact of their work. Here are some of their recent updates:

Changemakers in Senegal

By Miranda Thompson | Strategic Partnerships and Grants Manager

Our Sisters Lead, Senegal’s leadership program continues to provide opportunities for changemakers to contribute to their communities, even after they graduate from the program and high... Read the full report ›

WGEP's Library in Kenya is Now Open!

By Miranda Thompson | Strategic Partnerships and Grants Manager

In December 2023, we announced the exciting start of construction for the WGEP Library in Tharaka-Nithi, Kenya. Today, we are so pleased to announce the opening of the library and computer center! On... Read the full report ›

Senegal Scholar Stories

By Miranda Thompson | Strategic Partnerships and Grants Manager

At WGEP, we’ve seen firsthand how educating girls creates lasting change. Our programs, which have supported over 6,200 scholars, boast a 99% retention rate, with more students gaining literacy... Read the full report ›
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