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As part of GFC's strategy to foster cross-regional and learning, the team invited a colleague from the team to join them at the recent Tostan Advanced Seminar.

In this article, hear from GFC's Indrani, as she deepened her knowledge while sharing learning and exchanging best practices with her colleagues.

Read here: https://bit.ly/3ZuGwsm

Global Fund for Children’s initiative to support educational recovery in Central America, , supports students across Guatemala and Honduras, who returned to classes in February 2023 following the pandemic.

These students face new and persistent challenges, but many are also experiencing a renewed community commitment to their success, thanks to the creative efforts of grassroots partners in the RECARGA initiative.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/45q7T6B

"We are stories in motion."

Through the Strength of Girls Initiative, 10 Maya community-based organizations recently gathered for their first in-person convening to amplify the voices of Indigenous girls and women.

Their reflections formed a powerful thread of stories—stories of bravery, identity, and transformation. 🔗 to their inspiring journey: https://bit.ly/3YbtlKX

"As advocates, we will not stop advocating until we see the end of the practice.”

Global Fund for Children and its partners stand firmly alongside young people as they take leadership and become catalysts for change in their communities. In this blog, adolescents from four West African countries share perspectives on female ge***al cutting and call for an end to this traditional practice.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3wIbH7E

How do we listen to the voices of young children?

“I don’t think I was aware of or prepared for how willing the kids were to talk, and how many ideas they were going to have. I can see how this is going to change everything.”

In Honduras, members of GFC's 'Supporting Early Education and Development' (SEED) initiative seeks to improve early childhood education and development. They recently launched a 'radio experiment' to get kids talking - and they had a lot to say.

How do we listen to the voices of young children? - Global Fund for Children “I like my mom to be at home so she can give me food. I like to help my grandma mop, sweep, and wash, and I also like to clean.” 8-year-old girl on the podcast “Why Is Mommy Always Angry?”

To protect from -based violence and sexual abuse in , GFC partner Enfold India has adopted a unique approach: taking personal safety, sexuality, and child rights to classrooms. 🎒

Learn more: bit.ly/3K4rPTM

GFC's Supporting Early Education and Development (SEED) initiative which is supported by the Bainum Family Foundation, brings together community-based organizations in .

This network of leaders us child-centered approaches, play-based learning, multigenerational programming, and program designs that integrate and .

Learn more about the initiative here: https://bit.ly/3ym3SFk #

Amid crises worldwide, young people are leading the charge for human rights and social change. The Spark Fund, a youth-led participatory fund, has empowered 13 youth groups across the Americas to create lasting impact in their communities.

With over $1.1 million granted to 56 groups in 13 countries, the Spark Fund breaks barriers by centering youth voices and supporting resilience, healing, and solidarity.

Learn how the supports diverse youth leaders in reshaping their communities and building inclusive futures: https://bit.ly/3YqzeUC

What do leaders and young think about ? 🌍

GFC's Change Champions—dynamic grassroots leaders and young activists from 11 different countries—share why flexible funding is essential to their work.

👉 Swipe to hear directly from 4️⃣ of these inspiring leaders and explore GFC’s 'Trust in Action' resources to support grassroots-led change: https://bit.ly/3KaNjyU

What is the Prohibition of the Marriage Act in Sierra Leone?

Child, early, and forced marriage has devastated countless girls’ lives in Africa, robbing them of their childhood, education, and health. On July 2nd, 2024, the Prohibition of the Child Marriage Act was signed into law - providing legal protection to .

Swipe through the graphics for key takeaways and learn more here: https://bit.ly/4dVZuMm

"It all started as a casual conversation over lunch."

Now, four East African organizations are collaborating to amplify their impact and support children and youth. Through shared learning and joint efforts, they’re building a brighter future together.

Learn more about this partnership here: https://bit.ly/3AOrggw

The power of partnership and shared purpose: an informal GFC-supported network in East Africa - Global Fund for Children It all started as a casual conversation over lunch. The founders and leaders of four community-based organizations in East Africa had met in Uganda at a convening organized by Global Fund for Children. The convening was aimed at bringing community leaders to share knowledge, generate learning, fuel....

A year ago, children asked the questions that matter most!

Today, on , we’re reminded of their curiosity, their hope, and their belief in a better tomorrow. In this video, our Co-CEO, John Hecklinger, answers questions from children who are the heart of everything we do at Global Fund for Children. From education to safety, children’s rights are at the forefront of our mission—and it’s their voices that inspire our work every day.

🌍 On this special day, let’s continue to listen to children, amplify their voices, and create the world they deserve.

👉 What’s one question you would ask us about children’s rights and the future?

Watch the video👇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-0KxjzUuaw

Kids Chat with CEO | What is Global Fund for Children? Global Fund for Children's President and CEO, John Hecklinger, sat down with and people to chat and learn from one another. As part of GFC's...

On this , we honor the incredible work of our 293 partners who are on the ground, making a lasting impact on children’s lives around the world. Together, we are empowering to create a brighter tomorrow. 🌍✨

🤝 A heartfelt thank you to our partners for their unwavering commitment to children’s rights.

✨ Let’s continue pushing forward toward a world where every child can reach their fullest potential.

Imagine spending your life on a small boat traveling over the huge rivers of Bangladesh, where the boat is used not just as a source of transportation but is where you cook, sleep, bathe, and, at leisure, rest.

To bring growth and the promise of a brighter future to the Bede community – a minority group in Bangladesh living on boats – GFC’s youth-led partner Alokito Kori stepped in with education, financial, and social support, all through a community-led approach.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3CCSRBN