by Ann Claire Gaydos | Jun 18, 2016 | Uncategorized
Even if the 21st century has seen a dramatic evolution of gender roles, the same hasn’t trickled down to some African cultures that remain heavily patriarchal to this day. The pressure can get intense for a father blessed with three girls and no male child to carry on...
by Ann Claire Gaydos | Feb 13, 2016 | Uncategorized
Now in its sixth year, the Leadership and Entrepreneurship Incubator (LEI) program has enabled over 800 students to gain valuable skills including income generation, job readiness, and personal development. The strength of a program can only truly be measured by the...
by Ann Claire Gaydos | Jan 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
Seeing news and media hop around the world daily, we are reminded just how globally connected and interdependent our lives are today. There is urgency for young people all over the world to be able to realize a future in which they positively influence their lives and...
by | Oct 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
Anne Mueni Muli In an impoverished rural region where very few youth are able to access quality education, Anne’s graduation proves that with the right resources — like Asante Africa Foundation’s programs — combined with the support of generous donors like you, young...
by | Mar 3, 2015 | Uncategorized
In light of upcoming International Women’s Day, Asante Africa Foundation’s girls’ advancement work, and our March 3rd thought leadership event, we’ve been asking some of our panelists why they think girls’ advancement is important and what are some of the critical...