Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Empowering Sudanese Women and Girls

I thought this link was very interesting, as it gives a synopsis of work being done to help empower displaced and otherwise underprivledged Sudanese women and girls. Since the country has been suffering from the effects of a corrupt government, and ongoing genocide, there are many organizations committed to providing humanitarian aid to the people of Sudan. However, this specific organization (Sudan Reach Women's Foundation) has placed their focus on the empowerment of women and young girls, separating it from other charities working in the region. Although it is not just women and girls who need aid in Sudan, in a country where women are not as privledged as men (through cultural differences or oppression), I am happy to promote an organization like this one.
Their motto is:
The Sudan-Reach Women's Foundation is a grassroots organization committed to helping Sudanese women and girls realize their highest potential for personal and social growth through self-empowerment, education, and self-sufficiency. Our goal is to promote positive change in women's lives and enhance the communities in which they live. 


Please check out their website at:  http://www.sudanreach.org/

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