By Elizabeth Elachi | Project Leader
When a girl stays in school, her entire community benefits. She becomes a leader, a role model, and a force for positive change. But too many girls in Makurdi face barriers—poverty, gender norms, and lack of support—that keep them from reaching their potential.
Our Keep Girls in School Through Sports initiative is designed to break these barriers. By combining sports with mentoring and life-skills education, we keep girls in school and prepare them for bright futures. We engage parents, teachers, and community leaders to build strong networks of support.
Your help is needed now. Every day we delay, another girl risks dropping out. With your donation, we can expand our reach, train more coaches, and create safe, inclusive spaces for learning and growth.
Support us today. Together, we can empower girls and build stronger, more resilient communities.
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