FROM SILENCE TO STRENGTH
AND NOW, DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT.
At just 15, Messie in Sierra Leone found the courage to raise her voice. Once too shy to speak in public, she is now a proud member of a community task force supported by Save the Children, where she helps lead meetings, guides discussions, and encourages other girls to step forward.
“I want every girl to know she matters and has the right to dream,” Messie says.
Where Messie lives, nearly one in three girls are married before the age of 18. Many are forced to leave school, give up their education, and face the dangers of adolescent pregnancy. But thanks to Girls Empowerment programs supported by Save the Children, awareness about gender equality is growing among adolescents, parents, and community leaders. Messie is now using her voice to challenge harmful traditions, mentor other girls, and show that change is possible.
When you purchase a Girls Empowerment Gift of Joy, you are giving girls like Messie the chance to:
- • Stay in school and continue their education
- • Access life-saving sexual health education and services
- • Avoid child marriage and pursue their dreams
And for a limited time, your gift will be matched by a group of generous donors until December 31 — doubling the difference you make for girls around the world.