Case Studies | Plan International Mali

Coumba, a young entrepreneur made for sewing business success…

Coumba runs her own sewing business. She wants to improve her skills and support other young women by offering them training.

Fatoumata leads change in her community

Young women like Fatoumata build their capacities to speak up for their rights and lead change in their communities.

Diatou, an out-of-school girl takes a seat in the classroom

Diatou, 11, is entering the classroom for the first time. In the future she wants to be a doctor and create a better future for her family.

Mariam: determined to return to school despite child marriage…

Despite being married at 15, Mariam is back in school, determined to finish her studies, fight gender inequality and create a better future for her family.

School canteens boost learning amid food crisis

In crisis-affected Mali, children like Moussou and Assiatou are eating nutritious meals at school every day, boosting attendance, productivity and results.

Salimata is back at school despite the crisis in Mali

Salimata is still able to attend school after her family received a cash transfer. In the future, she would like to be a dressmaker.

Displaced family survives hunger crisis

In crisis-affected Mali, Aissata and her husband take care of their immediate needs, earn an income and keep their children in school.

Displaced woman supports her family through soap making

In a displacement camp in Mali, 33-year-old Hamssetou has started a soap making business. Her children can now eat and go to school.

Meet the man fighting FGM in Mali

It is estimated that 9 out of 10 girls and women in Mali have undergone FGM. That’s why Dioro, 24, is taking the lead to end the practice in his community.

Ending FGM in Mali: “The fight is hard but noble”

Coulibaly, 25, is among a number of young activists in Mali leading the movement to end female genital mutilation.

Education in emergency: A little girl’s dream

Kadidia, 11, was forced to drop out of school and flee her home due to violence, but she is now safe and continuing her education in a learning centre.

Building a better future

Mahalia*, a survivor of abuse, is now running her own business and providing for her family.