By Amy Baty-Herbert | Project Leader
Tomorrow, on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and limitless potential of women and girls in Sierra Leone.
This year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” reflects a powerful truth we see every day:
Giving is not subtraction — it is multiplication.
When we give generously, opportunities grow.
When we invest in girls, communities rise.
When women thrive, we all gain.
Watch this special International Women’s Day message here:
https://youtu.be/cP0MMGQOqkA
For 20 years, Develop Africa has witnessed this truth firsthand. We have seen girls rise from uncertain beginnings into confident students, skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders — simply because someone chose to invest in them.
Every donation makes an immediate difference. But one of the most powerful ways to create lasting impact is through recurring giving.
If you haven’t yet set up a recurring donation, we invite you to consider becoming a monthly partner today. Your steady support creates steady progress.
Together, we are not just celebrating women and girls — we are investing in them.
Because when we give, we gain.
With gratitude,
Amy & the Develop Africa Team
GlobalGiving@developafrica.org
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