“Coming to Universidad de Los Andes has made me fall in love with studying and learning.” Ivanna, Venezuela

“The mentoring has helped me to believe in myself. I have learned to value myself for what I am.” Audrey, Côte d’Ivoire

“I’m proud of producing food, because that is what I love doing the most. Producing something delicious and serving it to others makes me excited.” Irena, Uganda

“The Junkabal foundation helps young women grow personally, academically, spiritually, financially, and this opens doors to a better future.” Brenda Patricia, Guatemala

“Knowing the challenges in society, we can only think of one solution. It is to educate the young women, to empower them and let them choose the best for themselves.” Sandugash, Kazakhstan

“At an early age, I learned to dream big and to work hard for what I really want, and that is cooking.” Nicole, Philippines

“Being given more opportunities to express myself in original ways brought out the best in me.” Stephanie, Nigeria

“I hope that I can start my own business, because I now have the skills required and I’m still learning more.” Maryanne, Kenya

“Through mentoring, I am able to help students feel more confident and succeed in their studies.” Octavie, Côte d’Ivoire

“Since I joined Tewa, my life has changed. I have learned a lot of skills.” Phensera, Kenya

“My dream when I finish at ISSI is to come out as a five-star nurse.” Benedicte, DR Congo

“I gained the love of learning here.” Charlie, Côte d’Ivoire