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Let's celebrate some great progress on today's ! Strong, educated girls grow into strong empowered women! In less than 3 years, child marriage rates have plummeted where World Vision is working in Samburu County, Kenya from over 60% to 10% through World Vision's Big Dream to End Child Marriage! FGM rates have plummeted too, to under 14% (from 67%!). Comprehensive and intentional programming is why: built on a foundation of access to education, economic empowerment, access to clean water, mindset and behavior change and strengthening governmental and other child protection systems. Read more from Margaret Schuler, World Vision's Chief Impact Officer and SVP below!

#endchildmarriage #empoweringgirls | Margaret Schuler What does it take to end child marriage, FGM, and other forms of violence against young girls? It is a complex topic, and yet, World Vision and our partners…

World Vision is awesome! Part of the Big Dream to End Child Marriage is to provide children a way to accelerate their learning and CATCH UP to their grade level. Many parents never valued education so many of their children haven't had an opportunity to learn. But brighter days are here and these children now will be able to learn with their classmates and join school because of this accelerated learning program! Every child who picks up a book instead of being forced into child marriage brings us closer to ending this practice for good. Wahoo!!!

Important context from World Vision East Africa:
"The Big Dream Initiative is not just a step forward for Kenya but a leap towards a brighter future for all of and beyond. This effort aligns closely with World Vision’s campaign, which tackles the root causes of child protection issues. By addressing interconnected challenges like hunger, education, and gender inequality, we are committed to creating an environment where every child can truly thrive.
The Big Dream to is a crucial component of our global strategy and aligns perfectly with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly on , reminding us that ending
is not just a moral imperative but a necessary step towards achieving broader development goals.

Mekuno Project is a proud supporter of World Vision's Kenya Big Dream to and because Please consider making a donation today to support this vital work - thank you!

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At least 200 million women and girls alive today have been subjected to , including 4 million in Kenya alone.
calls for increased collaboration with the government, non-state actors, communities, and elders to support Survivor-Led Movements and 🙌
Let’s unite to amplify Her Voice and end this harmful practice.

This International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM, take a few minutes out of your day to watch this powerful short documentary of a woman in rural Kenya's incredible journey.

World Vision's Award Winning Short Film: Messania's Story A childhood filled with laughter and friends, singing and games—cut short by the circumciser’s knife. In her early teens, Messania walked the same…