We did it!

Thanks to our supporters, we have reached the target for our #EmpowerHer appeal unlocking full match funding! Thank you for helping young girls stay safe and in school.

Happy new year! pic.twitter.com/LMslMBi3WT

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) January 1, 2022

We launched this urgent appeal to support young girls at risk of teenage pregnancy to be able to stay in school & learn about their rights. We've almost reached our target and we need your support for this one final push! Help us reach our target: https://t.co/dkTAQOp1Fq pic.twitter.com/isYzVqVNSI

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 28, 2021

Happy holidays from all of us here at AfriKids! We wish you a very peaceful and happy festive season. Thank you for all of your support throughout 2021, we look forward to another year of positive change in 2022 with your support! pic.twitter.com/8hCzYYSWlt

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 23, 2021

Looking for a last minute Christmas gift? Why not give your loved one a gift that will transform the lives of young girls in northern Ghana! With each gift, your loved one will receive an e-card with a personalised message from you! Find out more: https://t.co/DpfIIy7Uoc pic.twitter.com/XsPUUksHB1

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 23, 2021

More than 110,000 girls have fallen pregnant since the start of the pandemic in #Ghana. That's more people than Wembley Stadium can hold. Help us end this crisis. Donate today and double your donation. https://t.co/vADkEJ8icV pic.twitter.com/VztArG8nRz

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 17, 2021

13 teenage pregnancies are being recorded every hour. #Ghana is losing a generation of girls’ potential and decades of progress made breaking cycles of poverty. With your support we can stop this. Learn more: https://t.co/dkTAQO7qgQ pic.twitter.com/p5hDvDlmFb

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 16, 2021

Did you know girls with higher levels of education are less likely to get married at an early age? If all girls had a secondary education, there would be two-thirds fewer child marriages. Help us to support families to keep girls safe and in school. https://t.co/vADkEJ8icV pic.twitter.com/zEQxOi532K

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 15, 2021

Thanks to you, we are just £9,000 away from reaching our £25,000 target - just £9,000 away from unlocking our full match funding pot! Donate and share with 3 friends to help us reach our target! https://t.co/EPKWAnjgjw pic.twitter.com/dhm1YmlHFL

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 14, 2021

As part of our ongoing efforts to help girls and young women enjoy their right to a quality education, we held one of our Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health Rights #ASRHR health talks. Help us support more girls to know their rights and stay in school:https://t.co/fzDSrV6BUq pic.twitter.com/mrEIWKtef1

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 12, 2021

Olivia was only 13 when she was forced into marriage and fell pregnant. She was determined to go to school so that she could provide a better life for her child. She is now a peer mentor, using her voice to help other girls. Support more girls like Olivia: https://t.co/q7wrTFWFAV pic.twitter.com/MqQ2dVMbJX

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 11, 2021

Did you know that the single best indicator of whether a child will survive and thrive is their mother’s education level? Help us keep girls in northern Ghana in school to break the cycle of poverty. Donate today: https://t.co/PBxbgNX4Gu pic.twitter.com/aSWlCCGtOP

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 10, 2021

In parts of northern Ghana, pregnancy in 10-14 year old girls has increased by 38 percent. Girls are losing their childhoods and futures. With your support we can stop this. Donate to our urgent appeal and your donation will be DOUBLED https://t.co/fzDSrV6BUq #EmpowerHer pic.twitter.com/TNChnyS5bl

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 8, 2021

Watch this amazing step-by-step #Azonto tutorial! Get involved in the challenge& donate to our urgent appeal to ensure girls no longer need to choose between their education and supporting their families. DOUBLE your donation today: https://t.co/q7wrTFWFAV https://t.co/WIsnoCAk4u

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 4, 2021

Zuweira and her friends have challenged you to take part in the #AzontoChallenge! Azonto is a popular Ghanaian dance that is famous all around the world. Post your video on social media and tag us or simply send us your video! Zuweira will pick the winner on #XmasEve! pic.twitter.com/Om7ojRSivr

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) December 3, 2021

A child pregnancy is being recorded in Ghana every 5 minutes. We urgently need your help to stop this number rising. Support our winter appeal #EmpowerHer and donate today for your donation to be DOUBLED https://t.co/PBxbgNX4Gu #GivingTuesday pic.twitter.com/D5BZlfLPZP

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) November 30, 2021

It was the #DayOfTheGirl last week, AfriKids took the opportunity to distribute essential school supplies, including sanitary items, to girls in high school as part of our ongoing Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Health Rights #ASRHR education programme pic.twitter.com/FiwDPCyFDD

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) October 19, 2021

We are marking #WorldCerebralPalsyDay with training for midwives on early detection, radio panels on the rights of children, and a documentary shown on national television!

We'll also be throwing a little celebration for the children we work with directly! pic.twitter.com/RWQKP5Ni1D

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) October 6, 2021

Exciting news: AfriKids has been shortlisted for a World Literacy Award in the category Significant Contribution to Literacy in Response to the Pandemic!

The ceremony will be taking place virtually on Wednesday 8th Sept. Register to attend for free: https://t.co/31Wj4Yb0T7 pic.twitter.com/arRkC2DDk2

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) September 6, 2021

At a pivotal moment in AfriKids’ history, join us to take our fundraising to the next level. We are seeking an energetic, passionate and proactive Trusts and Foundations Manager to join our team. Visit our vacancies page for more info on how to apply: https://t.co/gxdw0uIWWR pic.twitter.com/8u3uciCWj3

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) August 20, 2021

Over 50% of Ghana's population are under 25yrs old - they will shape the future. AfriKids will be proudly facilitating northern Ghana’s young women into STEM education. We’ll be in 20 schools working with 500 girls to support their passions! Happy #InternationalYouthDay2021 pic.twitter.com/yBjBscEwtd

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) August 12, 2021

AfriKids commits to ensuring that no girl is denied an education. So, for Blessing and many other girls in Ghana and across the world, we’re raising our hands for education.

Join us and #RaiseYourHand #LeaveNoGirlBehind pic.twitter.com/J7c0nnbiOO

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) July 28, 2021

New: Blog post on how applying participatory approaches and locally-led solutions ensures that children & young people benefit personally from active participation, developing greater awareness of their rights; more self-confidence & leadership skills.https://t.co/tGM8pSUtkL pic.twitter.com/mEOWPGK1JK

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) July 20, 2021

Missed out on a #LondonMarathon place? It’s your lucky day! An extra place has just opened up for you to take part in this iconic challenge. Become a changemaker for AfriKids & help to secure a brighter future children in northern Ghana. Apply now! https://t.co/nIzeRkNpSd pic.twitter.com/pRtsTBHXku

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) July 13, 2021

A life changing opportunity to join our award-winning team. We’re seeking a proactive and passionate Director of Finance to join our team in Ghana.

Visit our vacancies page for more information on how to apply:https://t.co/Q4DDvfWLP3 pic.twitter.com/Spm7hJ3ofu

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) June 18, 2021

Join #TeamAfriKids for this year’s London Vitality 10k taking place in Hatfield Park! Your run will help us make strides towards a better future for children in northern #Ghana, keeping them healthy, safe and in school.
Don’t miss out, register now! https://t.co/KtnGQqCWBR pic.twitter.com/1rTGAwQwui

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) June 14, 2021

The World Day against Child Labour prompts activism and raises awareness.

We will work with @UNICEFGhana & @IJM to stop trafficking of children into hazardous labour on Lake Volta and to support survivors.https://t.co/4fVLyI1J9g#EndChildLabour2021 #WorldDayAgainstChildLabour

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) June 12, 2021

ICYMI: Watch AfriKids ambassador @junesarpong in conversation with @BarackObama and @MarcusRashford, discussing campaigning, poverty, and empowering young people to make a change in society: https://t.co/CEuNAnp9QV

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) June 2, 2021

Did you know that Ghana was the first country to ratify the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1990? Strengthening child protection, health and education systems, can empower children to build their knowledge & confidence,& become stronger advocates for their rights. pic.twitter.com/WoGGBIq68Z

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) May 27, 2021

AfriKids are celebrating Africa Day! The day commemorates the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (now the African Union) on this date in 1963. 2021 has been declared the year of Arts, Culture and Heritage. Please join us in celebrating #AfricaDay2021 #AfricaDay! pic.twitter.com/YtruAIyqni

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) May 25, 2021

Meet Hannah, Zuwera and Nboora! They have big dreams for the future and tell us what they love about going to school.

Donate here to help make their dreams a reality! https://t.co/FG930X4KBh

Plus - one of our generous supporters will match your gift - doubling its impact! pic.twitter.com/pzUMCkYXBS

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) May 21, 2021

Check out some images from our soap making workshop for women. The Family Livelihoods Support Programme empowers mothers financially so they can better care for their children. The increased income helps them keep their children in school & helps to break the cycle of poverty. pic.twitter.com/WxhAP1JHBr

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) May 18, 2021

“Education is so important for girls, it helps us to build our courage and makes us feel good wherever we are. I want to say to the girls who have lost their confidence: they should be confident. The battle is not yet over. We can still push for our rights.’ – Blessing pic.twitter.com/xUE3AXZkBL

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) April 30, 2021

"I want to show leadership to the girls in my family and those outside faced with the struggle for the basic things in life; that they too can make it. That is the story I want to tell, that is the story I am living." Read Ekua's story: https://t.co/GzhlhzmaQP #LeadersOfTomorrow pic.twitter.com/io8O7iixYa

— AfriKids (@AfriKids) April 29, 2021