Why we focus on girls

Why equality for girls is crucial to achieving a just world

Every child has the right to be healthy, educated, protected, valued, respected and heard. However, the reality is that millions of children around the world are barred from accessing their rights. And girls are the most likely to suffer from these injustices. Investing in girls is one of the most effective ways to fight global poverty and create most resilient, just communities.

Girls living in the regions of lowest income are among the most disadvantaged people on the planet. They are more likely to live in poverty, be denied access to education and be malnourished.

If a girl has enough to eat, a safe environment and an education, she can begin to pursue her goals and a better future of her own choosing. In communities where girls can equally access their rights and opportunities, societies can work to raise their standard of living and, in time, strengthen the economy of the entire country while ending cycles of poverty, violence and harmful practices like child marriage.

How we help girls with our work

Our approach is to tackle the root causes of inequality, especially those that most negatively affect girls. We work to ensure every person and child has their basic human rights recognized and respected, like the right to learn, grow healthy and live in safety. We focus on removing the barriers that harm and limit girls in particular, and open opportunities so that every girl can reach her potential. We strive to create a more equal world, where everyone has a fair chance at a good life and entire communities can thrive together.