Help girls become leaders in their communities!

We are proud to celebrate 13 young girl leaders who, through the Grandmother Project’s Holistic Development Program, have successfully passed their Baccalaureate exams and emerged as role models for their peers.

 Through leadership and personal development training, these girls gained the confidence and skills to speak up, influence decisions, and inspire others. Their education combined academic success with lessons in positive cultural values, reinforced through the active involvement of grandmothers, who are trusted custodians of tradition and powerful advocates for girls.

Before, girls’ voices were often silenced. Today, with the guidance of grandmothers, teachers, and community leaders, they are leading conversations on education, child marriage, and FGM— challenging harmful practices and promoting change from within.

Grandmothers’ influence is critical: as respected elders, their support ensures that fathers and families listen, accept, and act on new ideas. By engaging all generations—elders, parents, and youth— Grandmother Project builds collective responsibility and shifts social norms, resulting in reduced teen pregnancies, stronger backing for girls’ schooling, and a new generation of female leaders.

When girls are empowered to lead, they thrive as individuals while also shaping a brighter future for their communities. A powerful example is the 13 young girls below, who proudly earned their Baccalaureate Diplomas in July 2025.

WE ARE PROUD OF THEM! WE CELEBRATE THEIR SUCCESS!

13 Success Stories supported by Grandmother Project’ Girls Holistic Development Program, thanks to your generosity!!