The AHF China Girls Act program recently hosted an outdoor team-building event titled “Embracing the Sun: Health, Confidence, and Future,” bringing together 40 Girls Act members for a day of learning, connection, and empowerment. Participants took part in a variety of activities, including a talent show, sex education sessions, discussions on treatment adherence, and team-building exercises. The event was designed … Read More
Girls Act Steps Into STEM and Skilled Trades
The AHF South Africa Girls Act program, in collaboration with the Artisan Development Academy, recently hosted a “Take a Girl Child to Work” initiative—opening doors for 30 young girls to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and skilled trades traditionally dominated by men. Through hands-on workshops, participants gained practical experience in fields such as plumbing, bricklaying, carpentry, automotive mechanics, and industrial equipment … Read More
Empowering the Next Generation, One Recipe at a Time
Girls Act South Africa, in partnership with Lulu Bakery Treat, hosted a hands-on baking training session for 15 adolescent girls and young women. The session aimed to equip participants with practical baking skills they can use for personal growth, income generation, and future entrepreneurial opportunities. During the training participants learned essential baking principles and successfully prepared a variety of treats, … Read More
Elevating Young Voices
At the “Girls Taking the Lead” Summit, organized by Girl Rising, young voices played a critical role in shaping the conversation—including Karen Mayely del Carmen Cruz Lima, an 18-year-old member of the Girls Act Guatemala Youth Advisory Board. As a youth representative on the girls and adolescents panel, Karen shared her perspective, helping ensure that the experiences of young women … Read More
Skills for Success: How AHF Kenya Is Helping Youth Thrive
In Kenya’s Kilifi and Mombasa, many young people face barriers to practical skills training, including limited financial resources, a lack of mentorship, and little access to essential supplies like tools, fabrics, and ingredients. To bridge this gap, AHF Kenya’s Girls Act program trained 40 youth in income-generation skills, which included crocheting and preparing traditional Swahili meals and snacks. The training … Read More
From Learning to Leading the Fight
Girls Act South Africa recently hosted a powerful workshop on human trafficking, giving young people the tools to recognize, prevent, and speak out against this global crime. The sessions explored what human trafficking is, how it impacts lives, and practical safety tips, including how to verify online job opportunities and protect themselves and others in their communities. Attorneys joined the … Read More
Girls Act Helps Young Women Find Their Voice
Seventeen Girls Act South Africa members just wrapped up an exciting four-day public speaking bootcamp where they owned the stage! From learning how to command a room to mastering the art of moderating sessions, the girls dove into the principles of public speaking and discovered the power of their voices. By the final day, their growth was clear. Each participant … Read More
Weaving Independence: Girls Act Builds Skills for Life
Recently, AHF Myanmar launched a five-day vocational training for Girls Act members—offering more than just practical skills, but a real path toward self-reliance. Held at the Department of Social Welfare’s Vocational Training Center for Women, the workshop taught 25 young women the art of hand-weaving baskets from locally sourced plastic strips, promoting treatment adherence and HIV prevention through economic empowerment. … Read More
From Learning to Earning: Girls Act Equips Youth with Entrepreneurship Skills
Girls Act Uganda and the Youth Prevention Program (YPP) collaborated to empower young people in the Central region by providing practical, income-generating skills through hands-on training sessions to learn craft-making and baking. The first session, led by a Girls Act leader, brought together 12 girls to learn how to make doormats and candles, while YPP conducted a training in Masaka, … Read More
Girls Act China: Building Skills Through Adventure
AHF China’s Girls Act program hosted an action-packed day at a local zoo, where members sharpened their teamwork, navigation, and problem-solving skills through interactive challenges. Using radio equipment, participants embarked on a mission to locate stations hidden throughout the park, completing various tasks along the way. Participants explored their creativity, crafting unique artwork from natural materials and recycled items like … Read More