International Day of Girl Child

Am I Welcome??
Let's link arms to make sure the world
Welcomes all girls and helps them reach
their potential.

There are 1.1 billion girls today, and according to the United Nations, "their dreams and potential are often thwarted by discrimination, violence and lack of equal opportunities. There are glaring gaps in data and knowledge about the specific needs and challenges that girls face.  One such issue that is standing in the way of girls’ progress is child marriage. The data is daunting—one in three girls in developing countries (except China) get married before they turn 18. Girls who are child brides miss out on education, are more vulnerable to physical and sexual violence, and bear children before they are physically or emotionally prepared. The cycle of violence that begins in girlhood, carries over into womanhood and across generations."

HealthEd Connect is working to change these statistics and mentor girls into adulthood with educational opportunities, character-building role models, and skill sets that empower them.  We are thrilled at the progress we see happening in our 3 schools!  We join in celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child and in so doing pledge to help make the world a more welcoming and safe place for girls!