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 full potential 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 as well as help end cycles of poverty, gender-based violence and child marriage.

How we help girls with our work?

We take a gender-transformative approach, which means we tackle the root causes of gender inequality. We work to rebalance unequal relationships that prioritize boys and men over girls and women. We focus on providing equal opportunities and outcomes for all and removing the barriers that keep girls from reaching their full potential.