You may have heard some alarming statistics:

• Childbirth is a top cause of death in girls aged 15 to 18 in developing countries.

• Cycles of poverty, violence and ignorance continue when girls are not educated.

• 80% of human trafficking victims are girls.

But, we also know that educated girls marry later, have children later and have fewer, healthier children. The benefits of education include improved health and enhanced status in the community. Economies grow as more girls are educated. We know that educating girls and empowering women is one of the best investments we can make in developing countries like Ethiopia.

We see an incredible amount of potential in the children of Ethiopia - boys and girls alike. That's why we also support projects like the Tesfa’s Shelter. We want to educate and provide for the youth of Ethiopia to encourage future leaders.

With projects like Prolapsed Uterus Surgeries and Wellness for Women, we're helping to restore health and dignity to women's lives.

You're invited to get to know these projects. We know you’ll be touched by this work and the difference it makes for women and children in Ethiopia!