We’re breaking down barriers for teenage mothers, and empowering them to build bright and sustainable futures for themselves and their children.
We are designing Second Chance Opportunities to enable teenage mothers and at-risk girls regain control of their lives, thrive and reach their full potential.
Through the support of our partners, we are designing Second Chance Opportunities to empower teenage mothers and at-risk girls to regain control of their lives, thrive, and reach their full potential. Partner with us today.
Explore our projects to see how we are creating second-chance opportunities for teenage mothers and at-risk girls, enabling them to regain control of their lives, thrive, and reach their full potential. Partner with us today to make a lasting impact.
According to UNESCO, 122 million girls worldwide still lack access to education, with over half of them residing in sub-Saharan Africa. A significant number of these girls drop out of school annually due to pregnancy.
According to UNICEF, sub-Saharan Africa has one of the highest rates of adolescent pregnancy globally, with about 29% of girls aged 15 to 19 having already given birth or are pregnant with their first child.
By designing evidence-based programs tailored to the specific regions where teenage mothers and at-risk girls reside, we provide skill acquisition programs and startup kits. These initiatives aim to empower girls socio-economically, enabling them to become self-reliant and break the cycle of poverty for themselves and their children.
Harmful cultural practices such as child marriage and female genital mutilation often contribute to teenage pregnancy. In developing countries, approximately 90% of births to girls aged 15-19 occur within early marriages. These situations are characterized by power imbalances, lack of access to contraception, and societal pressures on girls to prove their fertility.
Her Voice Radio Show is dedicated to providing a platform for teenage mothers to share their stories and document their experiences. Hosted by Her Voice Foundation in partnership with Unical Radio International (103.5 FM), this show aims to amplify the voices of teen mothers and create awareness about their challenges and triumphs. Additionally, through this show, we advocate to end teenage pregnancy and all forms of gender-based violence against women and girls.