I Dare You is a powerful video created by The Gift Effect that challenges people rethink what being a girl means in developing countries. The video shows that all girls desire the opportunity to have a future, and for most girls that begins with giving them access to education. If the western world was to put more pressure on and channel more funds to girls education, Africa would be a very different place.
I Dare you May 7, 2009
Doris Mashego of Uta, South Africa May 6, 2009
Doris Mashego is from Uta, South Africa. She has raised 3 children as a single mother while managing the community’s nursery school and fulfilling her role as its headmaster and teacher. The story of a single, working mother of 3 has become common for our generation; however, Doris’ story is unique. Watch the video below to learn more!
Yacinta’s Story and CAMFED May 4, 2009
Watch Yacinta’s Story.
CAMFED (Campaign for Female Education) was founded in 1993 by Ann Cotton. She has since built the organization to support 68,290 children in school. CAMFED works with groups of girls who encourage one another to stay in school, get jobs, start businesses and become leaders in their communities. The organization has implemented its program in more than 30 districts in Zimbabwe, Ghana, Zambia and Tanzania.
Pius and his mother, Anna in Tanzania May 3, 2009
An incredible mother, Anna, tells the story of her struggle to raise young Pius on her own after her husband’s death. This is an inspiring example of how strength, hope, and love for one’s children allow mothers to handle the most unfathomable challenges.
This video was created by http://www.epichange.org
The Girl Effect May 2, 2009
In this messy world, women can make a huge difference. This simple video of words demonstrates the importance of girls and how if given the most basic of opportunities they can change the world! The video expresses the gravity of the inequality that exists in Africa today, and with the increased awareness of gender issues coupled with advanced education for women can change everything for the better. Check it out.
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