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Our girls’ empowerment projects, reaching 8066 girls & young women in Zimbabwe & Nigeria, will build their self-esteem, enable them to take control of their sexual & reproductive health, protect them from the dangers of sex work, & inspire & support them to achieve their chosen career & life goals.
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Situation
The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed vulnerable girls in Zimbabwe & Nigeria to increased threats to their wellbeing & future. 50% of Zimbabweans have fallen into extreme poverty since 2020, resulting in girls as young as 12 turning to sex work. They often get just $1 for sex & are at high risk of contracting HIV. In Nigeria, a 149% rise in gender-based violence has particularly affected child brides- 44% girls are given in marriage before 18, giving them fewer opportunities to reach their potential
Solution
We will empower 8066 girls & young women to unlock their potential & experience positive emotional & sexual health outcomes through education & skills training. In Zimbabwe we’ll create pathways out of sex work for girls through vocational & business skills training. At-risk teen mums will be protected from sex work through an empowerment program. In Nigeria, we’ll deliver transformative relationships & sex education that champions gender equality to vulnerable girls through Kids’ & Esteem clubs
