LitClub moms and girls working together on a communal chicken coop Innovation Project at Art of a Child, Uganda
Today is International Day of the Girl—a day dedicated to celebrating the billions of girls around the globe and raising awareness of the many challenges they still face.
When girls thrive, so do their communities. That's why a key part of LitWorld's programming centers on amplifying the voices of girls and women around the globe.
Our LitClubs and LitMoms Clubs provide women and girls across 30+ countries not only with safe spaces, a supportive network of peers, and invaluable literacy and business skills, but with the confidence they need to advocate for themselves and become leaders within their families, communities, and beyond.
An investment in girls is an investment in a brighter future for us all. Join us in listening to their voices and celebrating their strength—today and every day.
Meet Jarfsa—one of the amazing girls who discovered her confidence through LitClubs
Meet Jarfsa: a dynamic sixth-grader and LitClub member at Centre for Development, India.
When Jarfsa first began attending LitClubs at Centre for Development four years ago, she was utterly terrified of crossing the busy street that led to the building. There were times when she would be so frozen with fear that she would stand on the sidewalk unable to cross, often giving up and returning home to her family in tears.
When Jarfsa shared this problem with her friends in LitClub, they encouraged her to ask for assistance from fellow LitKids and community members—all of whom were happy to help. With their support, not only was she able to overcome her fear and cross the road all by herself, but she also gained the crucial self-confidence she needs to continue following her dreams—no matter what obstacles stand in her way.