Our EmpowerHER Project
Empowering at-risk young girls in shelter care with ‘Essential Foundational Skills for success’.
Overview
EmpowerHER is a multi-year initiative aiming to empower over 20 street girls, aged between 6 and 15 years, by equipping them with essential life skills to help them build a brighter future for themselves. By fostering an environment and mindset that encourages continuous learning and growth, we provide these young girls the tools they need to break the cycle of poverty and insecurity that underpin the numerous challenges they face.
Goals
Digital Literacy: Teach how to use laptops, including basic computer skills, internet navigation, and safe online practices.
Financial Literacy: Introduce the concepts of money management, savings, and budgeting to help make informed financial decisions in the future.
Entrepreneurial Literacy: To equip with basic entrepreneurial literacy, fostering a mindset of innovation and self-reliance.
Language Acquisition: Introduce Norwegian as a new language, opening up further educational and employment opportunities.
Learning Outcomes
Digital Literacy: Proficient in basic computer usage and online safety, giving them access to a world of information and opportunities.
Financial Literacy: Understand the fundamentals of Financial management, empowering them to make informed decisions about their money.
Entrepreneurial Literacy: Understand the fundamentals of Entrepreneurship and its potential as a path to financial independence. Feel more confident in their abilities to start and run a small business.
Language Acquisition: Achieve a conversational level in Norwegian and English, enhancing their communication skills and expanding their future prospects.
Our Empowerment Advocates
”Intervention
at early-stage education and supplementing traditional approaches to education,
is key to elevate gender equality and literacy.” Pradeep, Co-Founder.
”Let’s be a reason for a ‘small’ change in someone’s life”. Andrew & Rayan, Co-Founder & Student.
”Access to Quality ‘life skills’ is cornerstone to empowering young girls.” Beena, Co-Founder.
Join Us in Making a Difference: info@skychalk.org
Volunteer: We believe in the potential of every girl, and with your support, we can continue to provide life-changing skills to those who need them most. Join our
team and help us meet our goals.
Share: Spread the word about our work and help us build a supportive community around these girls.