Philomena Ofori Larbi

Girls Global Initiative was born from a simple conviction: every girl deserves the opportunity to dream, learn, grow, lead and build a meaningful future, regardless of where she is born.

Our work is inspired by the realities facing girls in rural, remote and underserved communities, where poverty, limited educational opportunities, inadequate health and menstrual support, poor parental guidance, harmful social norms, early pregnancy and marriage, abuse, school dropout and geographical isolation can limit a girl's potential.

These challenges often create a gap between girls in rural communities and their peers in urban areas, leaving rural girls with fewer opportunities, resources, guidance and support.

With purpose and commitment, Girls Global Initiative exists to help close this gap. We are committed to reaching girls where the barriers are greatest and equipping them with the knowledge, confidence and support to shape their own futures.

Through girls' rights, health and wellbeing, menstrual health education, physical education, advocacy, mentorship and guidance, we work to help girls stay in school, understand their rights, make informed decisions, develop confidence and pursue their aspirations.

We believe that no girl should be left behind because of poverty, geography or circumstance. Every girl deserves the opportunity to grow with dignity, discover her potential and become all she is capable of becoming.