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Gender Equality Ukraine Project #64433

Girl Power Ukraine

by Blagomay Charity Fund

Summary

Girls Power is an educational program to empower socially vulnerable teenage girls in Ukraine that focuses on the reduction of gender discrimination and violence among girls 13-18 years old 200 girls, who have lost their parents and live in difficult circumstances 1-year duration 10 cities across Ukraine, areas close to the combat zone or recently de-occupied territories Program focus: Women's Health Women's Rights Recognition and Prevention of Gender-Based Violence Female Leadership

$50,000
total goal

$44,353
remaining

5
donors

0
monthly donors

10
months

Challenge

Girls in Ukraine face urgent and life-threatening challenges due to the ongoing war. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, over the past two years, a significant increase in cases of gender-based and domestic violence has been recorded in Ukraine. In 2023, the number of cases of domestic violence increased by 20% compared to the previous year. During the first two months of 2024, there were 56% more criminal offenses related to domestic violence and gender-based violence.

Solution

Project "Girls Power" is a crucial component of empowering girls in difficult life circumstances in Ukraine. The 6-week program provides essential education and life skills to prevent GBV, promote human rights, leadership, and health, and distribute necessary hygiene kits; these will create safer and more supportive environments.

Long-Term Impact

By implementing this initiative, we will foster a society where young women are educated, empowered, and equipped to navigate their futures confidently. The creation of a supportive and educated cohort of young women will lead to a more resilient and inclusive civil society in Ukraine. Having a plan to scale the program to cover a larger number of girls will amplify this impact. By expanding to cover all 20 regions of Ukraine and increasing the number of participants from 200 to 2,000 annually.