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Develop Africa was Top Ranked Non Profit Organization on GlobalGiving in 2015

In 2015, Develop Africa (the primary partner organization that founded this Centre) was in the top 20% ranking of partners on GlobalGiving in 2015.  We were an active, approved, top-ranked nonprofit in GlobalGiving's network in 2015.  

Special thanks to all staff and partners who helped make this happen.

 

Education Ministry Records 3,017 Pregnant School Girls

Public Relations Officer in the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology yesterday stated that about 50% to 60% of girls that are currently pregnant are those who do not want to be in the school system.

According to Brima Michael Turay, the teenage girls have no business being pregnant if they were serious about staying in school to acquire quality education.

He revealed that the ministry has recorded a total of 3,017 pregnant school girls across the country over the past nine to ten months.

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Building Self Esteem and Core Skills

The school has been going on successfully despite the numerous challenges we are having with attendance due to the rains and transportation constrains. Miss. Conteh treated Christian Counseling on the topic SELF ESTEEM with both Junior and Senior School.

Celebrating The Progress of The Girls

Girls in Class

As each week passes by, we celebrate the progress the girls are making in their pregnancy journey. They have been dealing with morning sickness, transportation challenges, and a mindset of self-resignation - among other things. The sessions and times of sharing have given us a new perspective into their world. 

Losing girls: post Ebola in Sierra Leone

The effects of Ebola on Sierra Leone will be felt long after the country is declared Ebola-free, and girls are being particularly ostracized and stigmatized.

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