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Fund workshops, school materials and emergency assistance for families in crisis. Every contribution goes directly into programming.
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Stand behind a girl who is already leading
GESL runs on the generosity of people who believe Sierra Leonean girls should never have to choose between school and survival.
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Schools, NGOs and companies can co-host summits, sponsor a cohort, or bring the IGNITE series into new communities across Sierra Leone.
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Sierra Leonean women lead our workshops, Girl Talk Series and Mentorship Circles. Share your time, your career path and your story.
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What your support makes possible
School materials
Books, uniforms and supplies so nothing keeps a girl out of class.
Mentorship workshops
Year-round sessions led by Sierra Leonean women mentors.
The triennial Summit
Three days of leadership development for a whole cohort.
Emergency assistance
Support for families in crisis so a girl's education continues.
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