Our Why
It is simple. Education has the power to create a better future for girls and children with disabilities.
'We make change happen for all children by partnering with parents, communities and stakeholders on initiatives around education, well-being, gender equality & reduced inequalities.' - Noel Ifeanyi Alumona
Our Why
Education is a fundamental right, yet 244 million children and youth aged 6 to 18 remain out of school globally, with over 40%—98 million—living in sub-Saharan Africa. Countries like Nigeria (20.2 million) and Ethiopia (10.5 million) bear the highest numbers. Despite progress in reducing the gender gap since 2000, regional disparities persist, leaving millions without access to quality education. Even those in school often face inadequate learning conditions, contributing to the region’s high illiteracy rates.
This education crisis fuels poverty, conflict, and hunger, hindering Africa’s growth and stability. Forced displacement, driven by conflict, climate change, and instability, has risen sharply, with 44 million people displaced in 2023 compared to 38.3 million in 2021.
‘Persons with disabilities have a lower level of educational attainment.’ – World Bank
An estimated 265 million school-age children live with disabilities, and more than half are out of school. Barriers to education trap them in poverty without skills for employment. These children face violence at alarming rates, being four times more likely to experience physical or sexual abuse. For girls with disabilities, the risks are even greater, with a tenfold increase in gender-based violence. Many are isolated in institutions or forced to drop out of school due to stigma and lack of support.
Despite progress in education access, children with disabilities remain among the most excluded. Their marginalization fuels cycles of inequity and missed potential.
Addressing these barriers is crucial to creating a world where every child is valued and empowered to thrive through education and inclusion.
We refuse to let girls and children with disabilities be left behind. Our work is dedicated to breaking the barriers that limit their potential. Through initiatives in education, healthcare, and inclusive spaces, we create opportunities for differently-abled children and girls to grow and succeed—often using the transformative power of sport and education.
Led by Our Values
Collaboration
Inclusion
Community-centered
System-driven
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