Empowering girls in the DRC to learn, lead, and succeed through education & mentorship
Break the Silence. Unlock Her Potential.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, too many girls grow up unheard. Unseen. Underestimated. Their dreams—silenced by inequality. Their futures—shattered by violence.
Here, education isn’t a privilege. It’s a lifeline. A chance to survive. A way to rise.
Girls face what most can’t imagine—Conflict that steals safety. Poverty that closes doors. A world that whispers, “You don’t matter.”
But they do matter. Every single one.
Despite Congo’s wealth, instability has stolen progress. Only half of girls finish secondary school. Only a third access vocational training. (UNESCO, ILO)
These aren’t numbers. They’re lives—cut short.
Change is possible.
At Young Women Emerge, we walk beside those who won’t give up. We remove barriers. We offer skills, mentorship, and leadership. We build sisterhoods—strong, safe, and lasting.
Because when young women emerge, they don’t rise alone—they lift entire communities.
Our Approach: Education
At Young Women Emerge (YWE), we believe education is the first step toward lasting change. We empower girls by supporting their secondary education, helping them build the critical thinking skills needed for economic independence and future opportunities—including higher education.
To remove the burdens that keep girls out of school, YWE provides comprehensive support, covering:
School fees
Essential supplies
Daily school meals
Uniforms
Locally made hygiene kits
By easing these barriers, we help girls stay focused, stay in school, and step confidently into their futures.
Vocational Training
At Young Women Emerge (YWE), we support motivated young women in gaining hands-on skills—especially in male-dominated fields. By entering these spaces, they challenge gender norms, break cycles of poverty, achieve economic independence, and become role models in their communities.
To ensure nothing stands in their way, YWE provides full support, including:
Enrollment fees
Course and exam costs
Tools and training supplies
Internship or apprenticeship fees
Locally made hygiene kits
With the right skills and support, these young women don’t just learn a trade—they forge a new path forward.
Mentorship
At Young Women Emerge (YWE), we cultivate confident, capable young women through the transformative power of mentorship. By building strong, supportive cohorts of mentors and mentees, each girl gains the confidence, skills, and opportunity to unlock her full potential—and become a force for change in her community.
YWE provides continuous guidance, resources, and encouragement to ensure lasting growth for both mentors and mentees. Our mentorship program nurtures:
Leadership development
Life skills
Educational support
Community engagement
Because when one girl rises with the support of another, they both grow—and so does the world around them.
“To girls and women everywhere, I issue a simple invitation. My sisters, my daughters, my friends; find your voice.”
— President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, First woman president in Africa & Nobel Peace Prize winner
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@youngwomenemerge.org
Phone
00-49-173-2394403