Dear friends of Girls to School,
It’s back-to-school time! As an exciting new academic year unfolds in Mauritania, we want to share the progress that’s been made thanks to your commitment and generosity, as well as a devastating setback in the community.
But first: last year, you invested in 356 girls and women! WOW, thank you. Every year when we write this letter, we’re so deeply thankful for your partnership in bringing this work to life. You’re helping unlock potential and bright futures for so many (read a few stories below).
The program team organized and held multiple extracurricular activities throughout the year. This included:
- Reading days at the community center’s library; Monthly classes for the girls to learn how to dance, draw, and participate in theater;
- Community cleaning days where the girls planted 120 trees and cleaned 25 neighborhoods.
The Community Center serves as the safe space and heart of our community, offering a hub for learning, growth, and support for the girls, microfinance groups, and community members. Highlights include:
- Workshops for 80 women on fabric dyeing and product safety;
- Project management training for 210 women;
- Leadership development for 70 emerging trainers;
- Additionally, our Big Sisters program empowered young leaders to support vulnerable community members, equipping them with valuable skills and knowledge.
Your Impact in 2024:
- 131 Girls in 9 Schools:
- 10 elementary students
- 79 middle school and high school students
- 25 university students
- 17 professional school students
- 225 Women in 7 Groups:
- Strategic savings and micro-loan programs
- Training and equipment for income-generating activities
- Bulk discount purchasing
- Financial education
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