Support Girls' Livelihood Skills in Nigeria

by Girls Education Mission International
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Support Girls' Livelihood Skills  in Nigeria
Support Girls' Livelihood Skills  in Nigeria
Support Girls' Livelihood Skills  in Nigeria

Project Report | Feb 10, 2025
A New Chapter of Her of Empowerment

By Keturah Shammah | Project Leader

Comfort and GEM girls with her SawingMaching gift
Comfort and GEM girls with her SawingMaching gift

Dear  Partner,

We are excited to share an inspiring update on Comfort, one of the incredible young women whose life has been transformed through your support!

Comfort’s journey with Girls Education Mission International  began with a dream of education and economic independence. Thanks to your generosity, she successfully earned her National Certificate of Education and completed comprehensive training in tailoring and fashion design, a passion she has long pursued.

In December 2024, Comfort got married, and we couldn’t be happier for her! As a special wedding gift, GEM  International presented her with a brand-new sewing machinenot just as a gift, but as a powerful tool for economic empowerment. With this, she is set to launch her tailoring business, secure a shop, and even train and mentor other young girls in her community.

Comfort’s journey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to share more updates with you as she builds her business and empowers other young women!

There are many more young women like Comfort who need support to complete their education, gain vocational skills, and build a sustainable future. With your donation, we can provide scholarships, vocational training, and startup support to more girls, ensuring they break free from poverty and become change-makers in their communities.

Please join us in congratulating Comfort on her marriage and celebrating her remarkable achievements. Your support is making dreams come true, and we look forward to continuing this journey together!

With gratitude,
From all of us at
Girls Education Mission International

GEM ED and PM with Comfort during her wedding
GEM ED and PM with Comfort during her wedding

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Girls Education Mission International

Location: Jos, Plateau - Nigeria
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Project Leader:
Keturah Shammah
Executive Director
Jos , Plateau Nigeria
$2,645 raised of $10,000 goal
 
4 donations
$7,355 to go
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