Welcome to Girl Power Africa!
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women and children impacted by civil war and the Ebola epidemic in Liberia, West Africa. Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty by funding children’s education and providing women with the tools to become self-sufficient entrepreneurs.
We provide women with goods that she can sell to start her own self-sustaining business. These goods give women the power to raise above the economic and social conditions in Africa through entrepreneurial opportunities. Many women in Liberia are alone, homeless, and vulnerable to abuse and sex work, while their children suffer from starvation and lack of education. ($100 donation provides one woman with the opportunity to start her own business)
We provide education to over 585 children every year. These children come from single-parent households, are being raised by relatives, orphaned, neglected, or abandoned. Girl Power Africa is working to make a difference, one child at a time, by offering educational tuition fees paid, school supplies, uniforms, deworming medications and anti-malaria medications. ($110 donation provides a child with education for one year, covering tuition fees and essential supplies)
With our help, they receive hope for their future and a chance to fulfill their potential.
Join us in making a difference today!
“Let’s empower the future, one child and one woman at a time. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the world.”
-Bulleh Bablitch-Norkeh
(Founder of GPA)
Why
Are We Helping?
Liberia, West Africa, is still recovering from the devastating impact of a 14-year civil war that left the country in ruins. The aftermath of the war was further compounded by the recent Ebola epidemic, which weakened the country’s infrastructure and led to countless deaths. Families were torn apart, and many women and children were left without basic necessities. Today, many women are struggling to provide for their families, while children face a future without the resources they need to succeed.
The situation for women in Liberia is heartbreaking. They have been victims of violence and abuse and often resort to extreme measures to care for their families. Meanwhile, many children suffer from starvation, sickness, and abandonment. Over 80% of Liberia’s schools were destroyed during the war, leaving many children without access to education.
According to Girl Up, 40% of Liberian girls aged 10-14 have never attended school. These young girls are vulnerable to some of the most prevalent crimes in Liberia, including rape and human trafficking. At Girl Power Africa, we know that education is a powerful tool in changing this reality. By providing these girls with an opportunity to learn in a safe space, we help protect them from such dangers and increase their chances for a better future.
While we are committed to empowering women and girls, we also recognize the importance of supporting all children. That’s why we’ve expanded our program to include boys, too. This ensures that more children have the opportunity to succeed and builds a more equitable society. It also helps alleviate the pressure on mothers who struggle to care for their sons and participate fully in economic opportunities.
At Girl Power Africa, we are dedicated to creating lasting change by addressing the needs of women and children, helping them build brighter futures through education and empowerment.
How Can I Get Involved?
Ways To Get Involved:
There are many ways to help us raise funds and bring awareness for the work we are doing in Liberia, West Africa. Without supporters like you, we simply could not do what we do.
Volunteer, donate, fundraise and bring awareness to support Girl Power Africa. Click “learn more” for a list that can help guide you, however, please feel free to share your ideas with us. Many of our fundraising ideas organically grew on their own from supporters just like you!
