Picture Sarah, a bright 14-year-old girl from rural Uganda. Like many girls in her village, she was expected to leave school at an early age to help her family or marry young. But Sarah had a different dream—she wanted to become a nurse and care for the sick in her community. Unfortunately, her dream seemed out of reach because her family couldn’t afford to keep her in school. This is where NEF stepped in and changed Sarah’s life forever.
At the Nimu Education Foundation, we know that when you educate a girl, you educate an entire community. Our Girls’ Education Empowerment Initiative aims to break down the cultural and financial barriers that keep girls like Sarah out of school. And when these girls stay in school, the impact reaches far beyond their individual lives.
In Uganda, over 30% of girls drop out of school before completing primary education. The reasons are complex—early marriage, household responsibilities, lack of menstrual hygiene products, and societal norms that prioritize boys’ education over girls. For many families, educating a daughter seems less important than the immediate economic benefit of marriage. But we know that keeping girls in school is one of the most effective ways to fight poverty.
Sarah’s story is just one example of how NEF is changing lives. Through our scholarships and mentorship programs, we help girls stay in school, delay marriage, and pursue their dreams. We also provide essential menstrual hygiene products, ensuring that girls don’t miss school due to lack of access to sanitary supplies.
NEF’s programs have already helped over 1,000 girls stay in school, and the ripple effect is clear. Girls who complete their education are more likely to get better-paying jobs, invest in their communities, and become strong advocates for their own children’s education. Sarah, now in her final year of secondary school, says, “NEF gave me hope when I thought my future was lost. Now, I’m determined to achieve my dreams and give back to my community.”
Take Anita, for instance. She was one of the first girls in her village to complete secondary school, thanks to an NEF scholarship. Today, Anita works as a teacher and is a role model for other girls in her village. She teaches them that education is the key to a brighter future. “If I can do it, so can they,” Anita says with a smile.
When you support NEF, you’re not just helping one girl—you’re helping entire communities thrive. Your contribution helps girls like Sarah and Anita defy the odds and become change-makers. Just $30 can provide a girl with school supplies and menstrual hygiene products for a year, ensuring she doesn’t miss a day of school.
Join us in creating lasting change—one girl, one community at a time.
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