Gender Equality United States Project #26396

GlobalGiving Girl Fund

Project Report | May 11, 2022
You're helping girls spring into equality

By Nic Forest | Senior Digital Marketing Associate

Reclaim Childhood girls at play

The leaders of our Girl Fund have had a busy spring! From leadership development to skateboarding lessons, take a look at what three of our members have accomplished in recent months:

Reclaim Childhood | Jordan

Many schools in Jordan are still closed due to COVID-19, making Reclaim Childhood’s sports programming for girls all the more vital.

Coaches regularly hear how important these opportunities to connect, play, and build community are to the girls and families they work with, especially at a time with so much uncertainty. One of the coaches recently received this heartfelt message from the mother of a participant sharing their gratitude:

"Our sincere thanks and appreciation for all your tremendous efforts, your continued support, and for providing this safe environment for our children to stay active, play sport and have fun. All of this had a great impact on our daughter Aram - she became less stressed and helped reduce all the pressure she used to go through, be it on the streets or in school. We will always remember with love and gratitude the hands that offered all that is good to our children; you have been the best support to us in the darkest times.”

In the coming months, the Reclaim Childhood team is excited to add skateboarding lessons to their soccer and basketball offerings.

Women Inspiration Development Center | Nigeria

This spring, Women Inspiration Development Center (WIDC) joined 11 other nonprofits across the country to celebrate Good Deed Day, a global movement of people who are dedicated to giving back to their communities. This year, WIDC’s programming focused on public outreach and education programming in schools to equip girls to be advocates against gender-based violence. At the end of the program, WIDC successfully recruited and trained 214 girls who are now ready to speak out against gender-based violence in their their schools and communities.

Women LEAD | Nepal

This March, a new cohort of 30 girls in their final year of high school completed their a year-long professional development and leadership training with Women LEAD.

When asked about her experience, program participant Manakamana shared: "Before I used to be very hesitant to do new things but not anymore. After SLP I have noticed a lot of changes in me. My brother also commented regarding the changes in me like how I speak more now."

After going through this intensive program, the new graduates are better equipped to study at the university of their choice, enter a leadership position in their school or community, and have greater access to employment opportunities.

Thank you for your continued commitment to breaking down barriers for women and girls everywhere!

With gratitude,

Nic + the GlobalGiving Team

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Jan 25, 2022
Ringing in a new year of gender equality

By Nic Gieselman | Digital Marketing Associate

YWPLI Political leadership training

From Jordan to Argentina, the leaders of our Girl Fund are working to ring in a brighter new year for women and girls through skills training, community building, and more. Take a look at what three of our members accomplished over the holiday season:

Ιrida Women’s Center | Greece

Οn December 16 + 17, 2021 Irida Women’s Center hosted a Holiday Art Exhibition to celebrate the talent and skills of women living as refugees. The exhibition gave them an opportunity to share their work with their families, friends, loved ones, and the general public. Included in the event were 31 art pieces created during Irida Women’s Center’s psycho-social support sessions and arts and crafts workshops.

As one of the first in-person events hosted since the beginning of the pandemic, this art gallery was a major milestone for both the artist and Irida Women’s Center staff.

Women LEAD | Nepal

During fall 2021, Women LEAD virtually welcomed 20 fellows to their Young Women's Political Leadership Institute (YWPLI). This groundbreaking program gives fellows the opportunity to intern with a female leader in Nepali government.

Sharoon, a 2020 YWPLI Fellow, shared how the experience helped her grow:

“YWPLI has been a great platform for many young women like me who want to excel in their careers in politics or social sectors. Receiving a privilege to do an internship at the Federal Parliament Secretariat, Nepal under a Member of Parliament was the biggest opportunity that anyone could ask for. I believe apart from our hard work and dedication the whole credit solely goes to the Women LEAD for making it possible.”

Reclaim Childhood | Jordan

To kick off the fall and winter soccer season, Reclaim Childhood coaches traveled to Berlin to participate in the 2021 Discover Football Festival. Over the course of three days, they had the chance to participate in workshops, training sessions, and peer exchanges with more than 100 players, coaches, and activists from around the globe. These new skills will help them provide even more support to young athletes in Jordan.

Your generosity helps make successes like these possible. Thank you for supporting local gender equality heroes!

Wishing you a happy New Year,

Nic + the GlobalGiving Team

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Oct 15, 2021
Meet Fatima

By Nic Gieselman | Digital Marketing Associate

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