Girl Rising Uses the Power of Stories to Ignite Change
Despite significant strides in girls’ education over the past two decades, millions of girls – particularly those in marginalized and rural communities – still face systemic barriers limiting their potential. Social norms, biases, limited resources, and societal expectations hinder their opportunities, and global crises like climate change, conflict, and technological shifts only exacerbate these challenges.
To address these issues, Girl Rising’s RISE program focuses on empowering girls through a locally tailored, community-driven approach, collaborating with grassroots organizations and adapting to local curricula. RISE not only fosters self-confidence, critical thinking, and leadership in girls, but also provides tools for teachers, support for parents, and engages community leaders to create a sustainable, gender-equitable education system. This holistic approach ensures lasting impact by building a supportive network around the students.
Read more about Girl Rising’s RISE program in the latest issue of Childhood Education Innovations magazine. To read the article, click the bottom right corner of the flipbook window to view in full screen. There is also a PDF version available for download below the flipbook window.