“I now do things on my terms.” The power of education can be life-changing, helping girls shape their own future. Kadiatu, a 17-year-old from Sierra Leone, knows this well. “Education and opportunities are one of the same. They make great things happen to change people’s lives.” But in many countries like Sierra Leone, too many …
We’ve launched our new Time to Thrive Appeal featured on BBC Radio 4, with support from Deborah Meaden, entrepreneur and Dragon’s Den investor.
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12 young researchers have launched ‘Youth Principles’ to help address problems young people face in education and work.
“Education helps us to be self-reliant, which gives way for innovation and creativity to solve problems in our society.” Mary is 22 years old and lives in rural Sierra Leone. Her family are farmers. “Growing up was difficult. I was the one who had to cater for our family even as a child. Working at …