Case Studies

Hala’s journey to successful entrepreneur

Hala, 27, is a mother who challenged social constraints and started her own business, supporting her family and inspiring other women.
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The power to say no

Rahma found it difficult to express herself, often agreeing to things she didn't want to. Now she has the power to say no and make decisions about her life.  
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Yassmin: shy graduate turned confident public speaker

Aspiring teacher Yassmin has used volunteer work to improve her public speaking skills and become a confident classroom teacher.
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Hanaa overcame social constrains and became a business owner…

As a successful business owner, Hanaa has overcome social barriers that hinder many women-led businesses in her community.
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Sabah: Empowered seamstresses strikes work-life balance

Syrian refugee Sabah has forged a path to economic empowerment and financially supports her family through her sewing business.
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Education as a catalyst in preventing early marriage

Using her knowledge of the importance of girls’ education has enabled Ibtessam to stay in school and inspired other girls to do the same.
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Girls skate school enables equal opportunities

Arwa's girls’ skating academy is challenging social norms and gender stereotypes and creating equal opportunities for girls.
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Meet the electrical technician breaking stereotypes 

After learning to become an electrical technician, Basma has broken down stereotypes and has become an inspiration for women in her community.
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The couple who advocate against female genital mutilation

Ihsan and Saleh are a married couple who faced society’s pressure together to advocate against female genital mutilation.
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Syrian refugee overcomes COVID-19 lockdown in Egypt

Abrar, 15, is overcoming the emotional challenges faced by the COVID-19 lockdown and staying connected with her friends.
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Puppets and positivity: Basma tackles COVID-19 in Egypt

Basma, 21, is playing a pivotal role in raising awareness on COVID-19 in her community by using puppets to get her message across.
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Girl with disability becomes community leader in Egypt

Wafaa, 15, used to suffer from discrimination due to the stigma surrounding her physical disability. However, since joining a Champions of Change group, she has overcome this and has become…
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