Case Studies

Technicians break down gender stereotypes

Mobile repair centre owners Ashmita, Anjali, and Amrita are economically independent and thriving in an industry their community perceived as only for men.
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Supporting women to take the lead in renewable energy

In Senegal, Mali and Niger women are tackling stereotypes and becoming successful energy entrepreneurs! 
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The Dinner Ladies of Kilifi County

In Kilifi County, Kenya, a group of local mothers has stepped in as dinner ladies, making sure children get a hot meal – and therefore keep coming to class.
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Violence on the way to work a reality for many young women

Young women face the risk of violence on their way to work - but we're working to support their safety so girls across the globe can thrive.
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Salimata is happy to stay in school

Despite having fled violence, Salimata is still able to attend school after her family received a cash transfer from Plan International.
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Better future for forced marriage survivor

Gender-based violence survivor Saoudata is building a new life for herself as a successful hairdresser.
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School gardening clubs in Burkina Faso

Children at school gardening clubs in Burkina Faso are fed, safe, educated - and happily green-fingered - amid conflict and a devastating hunger crisis.
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Periods don’t stop during emergencies

Girls' ability to manage their menstrual health is worsening due to the hunger crisis. Sofiana,13, from Haiti and Hamda, 15, from Somalia share their stories.
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Ukraine: One Year On

How we've been supporting girls, young people, and their families in Poland, Moldova, Romania and Ukraine over the past year.
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Emotional support and new opportunities for Ukrainian refugees…

Refugee centres in Poland are providing emotional support for children and vocational training for women so they can overcome their experiences of the war in Ukraine.
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Barwaaqe: I will create awareness so FGM can be stopped for…

Barwaaqe is adamant that if she ever has daughters, she will never force them to undergo FGM.
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Family recovers after West Java earthquake

Zaina and Lulu are among the children affected by the earthquake that struck West Java, Indonesia. Now living in an evacuation shelter, they are receiving the support they need.
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