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DONATE NOW: 3 Charities That Support And Empower Women
Support Hong Kong's Charities for Gender Equality
In a world where women’s voices are becoming stronger, bolder, and more influential, International Women’s Day, has emerged as a powerful global movement. For moms and kids, International Women’s Day presents a unique opportunity to honor the incredible women in their lives, instilling a sense of empowerment and inspiring the next generation of leaders.
This month, we are celebrating women. Read on to learn about 3 important charities that truly showcase the fight for gender equality and support the view that women’s achievements should be recognized and celebrated.
Want to support? These 3 charities have teamed up with a goal!
Let’s help them reach it this month in celebration of IWD. Click and support them – donate here on this link! The link closes at the end of March 31, 2024 – go, go, go.
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MIGRASIA: Addressing Challenges Faced By Migrant Workers And Their Families
The Most Solvable Global IssueMigrasia is a Hong Kong charity addressing the challenges faced by migrant workers and their families. With millions migrating throughout Asia for work, Migrasia educates about migration realities (the side many of us never see). They expose deceptive practices, provide support, and offer training programs to enhance skills and livelihoods. By focusing on education, Migrasia fosters empathy and compassion in the younger generation. With the future impact of migration in mind, Migrasia seeks to create a more equitable society. Starting in Hong Kong and the Philippines, their work has expanded across Asia and Europe, using technology, innovative legal approaches, and data sharing to drive transformative change and advocate for fair labor migration practices industry-wide.
What problems do they address? Migration Support
- They find people who are victims of human trafficking and debt bondage, and they help them get the right support they need, including legal assistance. What's cool about the way they work is that they meet these victims where they are to share and spread awareness - social media helps share the information so victims protect themselves from being exploited. Note Hong Kong - this is a huge problem in HK and Asia especially in the domestic helper community. Get involved.
Want to learn more?
Passion Behind The Cause: David Bishop, co-founder of Migrasia
Migrasia, https://www.migrasia.org
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EMPOWERU: Migrant Workers EmpowerED Courses
Education Classes For Migrant Workers In Hong Kong (Online and In-Person)This is a very unique charity for every family in Hong Kong. At EmpowerU, they are dedicated to creating an inclusive community that revolutionizes education for migrant workers, ethnic minorities, and marginalized individuals, uplifting their lives and opening new opportunities.
What do they provide? Amazing Education Programs For Migrant Workers!
- They offer programs that link migrant workers with valuable learning opportunities provided by esteemed education partners such as NGOs, companies, and university professors. These classes, available both online and in-person, take place at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), ensuring a comprehensive and accessible learning experience.
- Enroll your domestic helper in any of the following classes - CPR & AED Training, Fire Safety and Prevention (both certificate-granting), Law, Business & Finance, Entrepreneurship & Leadership, Information Technology, Media Studies, Public Speaking, Arts & Literature, Public Health & Nutrition, Child and Elderly Care, Science & Environmental Studies, and many more.
Want to learn more?
Passion Behind The Cause: Bradley Aaron, Executive Director of EmpowerU
EmpowerU, https://www.empoweru.io/
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AKILAH: Educating Women In East Africa Since 2009
Graduating Thousands Of Students From Across East AfricaAkilah started in 2009 as the Akilah Institute for Women and became the top place in East Africa for women to become leaders and succeed in their careers. In 2020, after ten years of making a positive difference, the Akilah team started Davis College. It's a school for both boys and girls where they can continue their education after high school. They wanted to help more students have access to our really good diploma programs. The Akilah Women's Center within David College offers programs and services to help girls become leaders and succeed in their careers. One of these programs is called the African Women's Workforce Initiative, and it was made possible with the help of funding and support from Google.org.
What problems do they address? Education
- Its goal is to help girls in Africa become leaders, get a good education, and have great careers.
Want to learn more?
Passion Behind The Cause: Elizabeth Dearborn Hughes, co-founder of Akilah
Akilah, https://akilah.org/
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