Young women are almost 1.5 times more likely to be unemployed than young men.3 Much of this inequality is rooted in childhood, with inequitable access to education creating a gap in future earnings between men and women.
We believe in empowering and educating young women from adolescence, to give them the best chance at long-term economic inclusion. As such, Futuremakers education projects target mostly targeted girls, with the aim of giving them the confidence and skills needed to overcome gender imbalance. We aim to equip them with the confidence, knowledge, and skills they need to be economic leaders in their families and communities.
The education pathway comprises our flagship programme Goal, Futuremakers education projects in India, and financial education in China. Beyond skills, project participants also learn about their rights, as women who are aware of their rights are more likely to be healthier, better educated, and better paid.4
