Empowering girls' education

We are committed to empowering girls worldwide by providing them with quality education, mentorship, and life skills training to help them reach their full potential and become community leaders through project-based learning.

Empowering girls through education

Access to quality education

Many girls face barriers to education, including poverty, cultural norms, and safety concerns. We partner with local schools and organizations to provide scholarships, school supplies, and safe learning environments for girls. By removing these barriers, we ensure that more girls can attend and complete their education. Each educational program is infused with project-based learning (PBL) strategies, fostering an environment where girls can engage in meaningful, real-world projects that enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Mentorship program

Role models and mentors are crucial in a girl's educational journey. We connect girls with mentors who provide guidance, support, and encouragement. These mentors help girls navigate challenges, set academic and career goals, and build confidence in their abilities. Through PBL, mentors guide girls in collaborative projects that relate to their interests and future aspirations, making learning more relevant and inspiring. Research indicates that mentorship combined with PBL can significantly boost girls' academic performance and career readiness.

Life skills training

Education goes beyond the classroom. We offer life skills training that equips girls with the tools they need to succeed in all areas of life. This includes leadership, financial literacy, health and wellness workshops, and entrepreneurship. Empowering girls with these skills prepares them to be independent, self-sufficient, and capable of making informed decisions about their futures. Project-based learning is integrated into life skills training, ensuring that girls learn by doing and can see the practical applications of their education in everyday life. Research shows that PBL improves academic outcomes and boosts student engagement and self-efficacy, which are essential for personal and professional growth.

Statistics on girls education around the world

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Global statistics on girls education

132 million girls worldwide are out of school.
Sub-Saharan Africa has 34 million out-of-school girls.
In South Asia, 3 out of 10 girls do not complete primary school.

Impact:

Lack of education limits opportunities and perpetuates poverty.
Investing in girls' education improves health, economic outcomes, and community development.

Challenges in girls education

Girls face exclusion due to poverty, child marriage, and cultural norms.
15 million primary-school-age girls will never enter a classroom.
1 in 3 girls in low-income countries marries before age 18, affecting education.

Impact:

Addressing barriers empowers girls and promotes gender equality.
Education reduces vulnerability and enhances overall well-being.

Benefits of educating girls

Each additional year of schooling increases future earnings by 10% to 20%.
Educated girls marry later and have healthier children.
Investing in girls' education boosts GDP growth in developing countries.

Impact:

Educated girls drive positive change in families and communities.
Promoting girl child education is vital for sustainable development and poverty reduction.

How you can help educate girls?

Your contribution to Enlight Education, a leading girl education NGO in India can ensure that girls remain in school, grow up healthy and are equipped to take charge of their lives. Donate for girl child education today!