Girls' Education

Women, girls in Afghanistan hope for the return of education for all

By Suzy Sainovsky and Reid Davis · June 3, 2022

In Afghanistan, most schools closed as the country’s government changed in August 2021. Over the following months they gradually opened for boys in all grades, but girls above grade six have been home for nearly 10 months.

Picturing Hope: Helping girls in Madagascar see life through a different lens

By CARE Staff · February 9, 2022

Glimpses of Madagascar life through the eyes of young women

In Syria, 10-year-old Maram is focused on staying in school and becoming a teacher

By CARE Staff · November 9, 2020

As the oldest girl in a household with 22 children, Maram is expected to balance the responsibilities of school and of being a caretaker for her young siblings and cousins.

14-Year-Old Maya Shares her Personal Story of Persevering Amid the Syrian War

By CARE Staff · November 3, 2020

With support from her mother and teacher, Maya was able to address her fear and trauma and pursue her dream of becoming a doctor.

3 Ways Adolescent Girls Are Leading Local COVID-19 Responses

By Jacky Habib · November 2, 2020

A new CARE report reveals adolescent girls are impacted disproportionately by COVID-19, but they’re also at the forefront of finding solutions.

Cash Transfers for Education Support Needs of Adolescents and Families

By Holly Welcome Radice and Nour Al Saaideh · October 6, 2020

Cash and voucher assistance has transformed humanitarian aid.

International Day of the Girl 2020

By CARE Staff · October 1, 2020

This International Day of the Girl, we must support and empower girls everywhere to reach their potential.

‘My Name is Chrissy’

By CARE Staff · October 1, 2020

This International Day of the Girl, Christina Ochoa raises her voice alongside Chrissy to tell the story of a young girl's hope and resilience in Chrissy's own words.

‘My Name is Marwa’

By CARE Staff · October 1, 2020

Nia Sioux raises her voice alongside Marwa to tell the story of a girl's dedication and perseverance in Marwa's own words.

‘My Name is Mikre’

By CARE Staff · October 1, 2020

Alexandra Daddario raises her voice alongside Mikre to tell the story of a young girl's emancipation and empowerment in Mikre's own words.

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Girls' Education

Women, girls in Afghanistan hope for the return of education for all

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Picturing Hope: Helping girls in Madagascar see life through a different lens

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In Syria, 10-year-old Maram is focused on staying in school and becoming a teacher

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14-Year-Old Maya Shares her Personal Story of Persevering Amid the Syrian War

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3 Ways Adolescent Girls Are Leading Local COVID-19 Responses

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