130 million girls are still missing from the world’s classrooms. Here’s how we’re going to change that.
PCI is working to combat hunger and malnutrition through our Food for Education programs so that girls can nourish their bodies, learn and grow strong. More than 280,000 students worldwide receive a meal every day they attend school. They return home to their parents at the end of the day with full bellies and the strength to dream big.
HIV is one of the biggest threats girls face in Malawi, where they are 4x as likely to contract the virus as boys. PCI’s DREAMS program provides girls with a safe space to discuss issues that affect them, including HIV prevention. They also work with mentors who believe in their potential to become strong, capable, visionary leaders in their communities.
In India, 70% of girls between 6-16 years old drop out of school mainly because they need to support their families or they are forced into child marriage. At PCI’s vocational training center, girls learn marketable skills such as dressmaking, tailoring and computer technology and also build confidence, critical thinking and communication skills.
Determined, resilient, empowered through the Malawi DREAMS program, Elsie is working toward her dream of becoming an accountant.
A facilitator and role model for PCI’s ROOTS program, she is a powerful force for protecting girls in San Diego from the dangerous world of human trafficking.
With the support of her mom and teachers, Ana has the strength and focus to realize her potential through PCI’s Food for Education program in Guatemala.
As a construction officer for PCI in Tanzania, Yvonne spends her days innovating safe water and sanitation facilities so more girls can attend school.
Ruksana has gained the knowledge, skills and confidence to build her own business, while supporting her family, from PCI India’s vocational training center.
Violet has the chance to grow, thrive and build a bright future because she has a healthy meal every day at school.
Today, millions of girls around the world are facing barriers to education and opportunity, but we can do our part by equipping girls with what they need to succeed.
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