Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone

by Develop Africa, Inc.
Play Video
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone
Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone

Summary

In Sierra Leone, too many girls face barriers to education-but you can change that. This project is dedicated to breaking those barriers by providing tuition support, books, school supplies, tutoring, nutritious meals, uniforms, mentoring, computer training, and STEM programs. When you invest in a girl's education, you're not just changing her future-you're empowering her to break the cycle of poverty, become a self-reliant leader, and uplift her entire community.

$499,000
total goal
$69,347
remaining
4,326
donors
30
monthly donors
202
fundraisers
15
years

Challenge

Girls in Sierra Leone face systemic barriers that prevent them from accessing education and realizing their potential. Poverty, cultural norms, teenage pregnancy, and gender-based discrimination contribute to limited opportunities for girls, forcing many to abandon their education at an early age. Without adequate access to school supplies, nutritional support, and safe learning environments, these girls are at risk of falling into cycles of poverty and dependency.

Solution

Investing in girls' education is one of the most powerful ways to address poverty and gender inequality. This project removes financial barriers by providing tuition, books, school supplies, and uniforms, ensuring girls can attend school without economic hardship. Providing access to tutoring, mentoring, computer training, and STEM programs enhances their learning experience and equips them with critical skills for future careers.

Long-Term Impact

When girls stay in school and thrive, they gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to break the cycle of poverty and become self-sufficient leaders. Over time, this leads to increased employment opportunities, higher incomes, and improved health outcomes for themselves and their families. Educated women are more likely to invest in their children's education. By supporting this initiative, you're not just helping one girl but transforming an entire generation.

Resources

Organization Information

Develop Africa, Inc.

Location: Johnson City, Tennessee - USA
Website:
Facebook: Facebook Page
Twitter: @developafrica
Project Leader:
Amy Baty-Herbert
Johnson City , Tennessee United States
$429,653 raised of $499,000 goal
 
6,926 donations
$69,347 to go
Donate Now
lock
Donating through GlobalGiving is safe, secure, and easy with many payment options to choose from. View other ways to donate

Develop Africa, Inc. has earned this recognition on GlobalGiving:

Help raise money!

Support this important cause by creating a personalized fundraising page.

Start a Fundraiser

Learn more about GlobalGiving

Teenage Science Students
Vetting +
Due Diligence

Snorkeler
Our
Impact

Woman Holding a Gift Card
Give
Gift Cards

Young Girl with a Bicycle
GlobalGiving
Guarantee

Get incredible stories, promotions, and matching offers in your inbox

WARNING: Javascript is currently disabled or is not available in your browser. GlobalGiving makes extensive use of Javascript and will not function properly with Javascript disabled. Please enable Javascript and refresh this page.