Giving Girls the Confidence to Learn

By Ernestina Esinam Glikpo, Communications Manager

 In five vibrant communities in Ghana’s Ashanti Region, young girls eagerly gather for their reading and writing class, excited to learn. These sessions, organized by Self-Help International’s (SHI) Teen Girls Club, provide a safe space to study and grow.

This year, SHI set out to distribute 800 exercise books and 15 boxes of pens to support these dedicated young girls—each one a stepping stone toward literacy, confidence, and empowerment. For many of these girls, owning a simple notebook is more than just having paper to write on; it represents opportunity.

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I can now practice my writing at home,” says Esther, a 14-year-old participant. “I am in module three of the reading class, and these books will help me learn every day.”

Each pen and notebook fuels the aspirations of girls who might otherwise struggle to access basic educational materials. This initiative is not just about supplies—it’s about giving girls the tools they need to write their own futures. As SHI continues its mission, we invite you to be part of this transformative journey. Your support ensures that every girl in the program has the resources she needs to learn, grow, and succeed. Together, we can empower more young minds, one book at a time. 

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Teen Girls Club members outside of their school.
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