GGI Educate a girl Program
The Educate a Girl project was born out of the KWEMA project. After doing our annual scholarship sessions, we realiwed…
In Kwale County, the disparities in educational attainment present a critical challenge that demands urgent and sustained action. Recent reports, including the analysis by KNBS and the School for International Development, highlight a stark reality: only 10% of Kwale’s residents have achieved secondary education or higher. Moreover, a staggering 39% have never had the opportunity to attend school, with the figures rising as high as 45% in the Lunga Lunga constituency. These statistics are not just numbers—they represent missed opportunities for countless individuals.
The GForGirls Initiative (GGI) is acutely aware of these challenges. Our mission is grounded in the belief that every child, especially every girl, deserves access to quality education. Despite commendable efforts like the “Elimu ni sasa” initiative by the county government to support needy students, many girls still face significant barriers that prevent them from transitioning to secondary education.
Education is the cornerstone of personal and community development. By investing in educational programs like the Elimu Book Drive and the Resource Center, and by leveraging the expertise of local youth
