World Vision's Approach to Girl's Education
Girls and boys have the right to education. World Vision works to make sure girls get into and stay in school and supports their learning and life skills by promoting an equitable home, community, and school environment that encourages learning for both girls and boys. World Vision also works with wider Education systems on equitable and effective policy and resourcing, as well as addressing broader harmful social and gender norms and practices that marginalises children, including girls.
Why focus on Girls' Education?
Why investing in girl's education right now is essential
Education gives girls the potential to earn better wages, raise healthier and more educated children, and have a voice in their community.
- An extra year of primary school education boosts girls’ eventual wages by 10–20 percent. An extra year of secondary school adds 15–25 percent.
- Education is associated with increased contraception use, less underage premarital sex, and lower HIV/AIDS risks.
World Visions' Approach to Girls Education
Girls’ education: Integrated approaches for sustainable results
There are many barriers to educating girls. Some must work to help their families, or stay home to care for younger siblings. Other girls simply don't have the money for educational fees or school uniforms. Parents and communities may not understand the importance and benefits of girls’ education, or schools may not be safe places, especially for girls and other children that experience
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Amneh - Women Education is Women Empowerment
Learn more about World Vision’s work in Women's Economic Empowerment (WEE) and Education Technology:
