
Empower a Girl, Transform a Community
This piece reflects on the need to address systemic barriers, such as poverty, cultural norms, and health challenges, that continue to limit opportunities for girls globally.

This piece reflects on the need to address systemic barriers, such as poverty, cultural norms, and health challenges, that continue to limit opportunities for girls globally.

Mireille Toulekima is an energy expert and entrepreneur who has built a global career in oil and gas, and now leads initiatives advancing leadership and empowerment.

Alice Ojwang is a nutrition expert dedicated to advancing health awareness through education, partnerships, and public engagement across communities.
WEIForward contributed to global policy discussions at UNCTAD’s Multi-Year Expert Meeting in Geneva, advancing dialogue on inclusive enterprise development and the role of trade in supporting sustainable and equitable growth.

Caribbean Girls Hack equips young women with digital skills, helping bridge the gender gap in technology and advance opportunities in the ICT sector.

William Reese reflects on a long career in international development, including leadership roles with the Peace Corps across multiple countries.

Ashaba Faridah shares her journey into aviation, challenging norms and pursuing a career as a pilot in Uganda.

Hyasintha Ntuyeko is an entrepreneur advancing menstrual health awareness and empowering communities through innovation and advocacy.

Stephanie Trpkov, a seasoned business strategist, brings extensive experience across consulting, global energy, and policy advisory, including work with the World Bank and European Commission.

Au Burundi, l’ONG IPSDI élargit l’accès des filles à l’éducation et à la formation professionnelle grâce à un modèle scolaire innovant axé sur l’entrepreneuriat, la technologie et la sécurité alimentaire.