Educate a Girl, Educate a Nation - Sierra Leone

We are proud to celebrate the incredible achievement of Isata K., who successfully completed her cosmetology (hairdressing) training and recently graduated. Her journey is one of resilience, determination, and the courage to pursue a new path when life didn’t go as planned.

Isata originally hoped to continue her education at the university level. After several attempts to pass the WASSCE exam, she made a bold and life-changing decision—to pursue vocational training instead. That choice became the foundation for a new future.

Isata is now equipped to pursue opportunities in the beauty industry, whether through employment or starting her own business. Her journey is a powerful reminder that success doesn’t always follow a straight line—but with perseverance and support, it is always possible.

Your generosity helped make this moment possible.

This is the ripple effect of your support:
One young woman empowered
A better future for her 
Stronger, more self-sufficient communities

If you are not already a recurring donor, we invite you to consider becoming one. Monthly support helps ensure that more young women like Isata have consistent access to training, mentorship, and opportunity.

Your ongoing support can help turn more challenges into success stories.

Thank you for believing in Isata—and for being part of transforming lives through education and skills training.

Together, we are turning determination into opportunity and opportunity into lasting change.

With gratitude,
Amy & the Develop Africa Team
GlobalGiving@developafrica.org

Links:

• Educate Girls to become Empowered Women