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Our mission

EmpowerGirlsNow is committed to ending Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and Child Marriage (CM) by empowering girls through education, advocacy, and community-driven solutions. Our mission is to create safe, supportive environments where girls can thrive, access quality education, understand their rights, and achieve financial independence.

We work at both grassroots and policy levels to:

Educate communities on the physical and mental health consequences of FGM and CM.
Provide essential sanitation resources and hygiene education for girls and women.
Raise awareness about legal protections and the importance of gender equality.
Build educational centers that offer safe housing and learning opportunities.
Promote sustainable livelihoods to uplift families and reduce economic drivers of harmful practices.
Advocate for the harmonization and enforcement of laws protecting girls' rights.

"At EmpowerGirlsNow, we believe that empowered girls create empowered communities. Together, we can break cycles of violence and inequality—one girl at a time."

School Of Promise START-UP Campaign

EmpowerGirlsNow is launching the School of Promise Campaign—our foundational fundraising initiative to establish the first educational center in rural Ethiopia as part of our pilot program.

This campaign will fund the launch and operation of our "Adopt a School" program, which aims to:

Support Girls in Grades 9–12: Recruit and enroll girls from rural communities into an after-school program focused on academic support, personal development, and pathways to higher education.
Empower Families Through Employment: Create job opportunities for parents and local community members by involving them in farming, school operations, and support services—helping reduce the economic pressures that often lead to child marriage and school dropouts.

By contributing to the School of Promise, you're helping us lay the foundation for long-term, systemic change—where education replaces exploitation and opportunity replaces oppression.

"Together, we can build a future where every girl has the power to choose her path."

Get Involved

🌍 Become a Member

Support our mission sustainably by signing up for recurring contributions.
Monthly Donation – Help us plan long-term solutions with consistent support.
One-Time Donation – Every gift matters and helps us move closer to our goals.
💗 In-Kind Donations
Support girls’ health and education with critical supplies:
Feminine Hygiene Products: Pads, soap, wipes
Educational Supplies: Books, pens, pencils, computers
Clean Water Solutions: Commercial water containers and filtration systems
Renewable Energy: Solar panels for our school facilities
📢 Raise Awareness
Share our mission and campaigns on social media
Help amplify the voices of the girls we serve
🙌 Volunteer Opportunities
Assist in our fundraising campaigns and events
Host a Networking Event to raise awareness and funds in your community
🤝 Become a Business Sponsor
Partner with us to drive social impact and build brand alignment with a mission that changes lives.
"Every action counts. Whether you give your time, resources, or voice—you are helping us empower the next generation of girls."