Empowering Girls during COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Girls Hangout Initiative, a project of Glorious City Foundation, launched an innovative online 5-week masterclass on Self-Discovery. This initiative aimed to engage and empower girls during the nationwide lockdown.

Masterclass Overview
The masterclass covered five subtopics:

1. Building Your Self-Esteem: Participants learned strategies to develop and maintain healthy self-esteem.
2. Knowing Your Earthly Mandate*: Girls discovered their purpose and passions, aligning with their values and goals.
3. Self-Love*: The importance of self-love, self-care, and self-acceptance was emphasized.
4. Inner Transformation*: Participants explored techniques for personal growth, self-awareness, and transformation.
5. Self-Validation*: Girls learned to recognize and appreciate their worth, validating their own strengths and accomplishments.

Impact
The online masterclass had a profound impact on the participants:

1. Increased Confidence: Girls reported improved self-esteem and confidence.
2. Self-Discovery: Participants gained a deeper understanding of themselves, their values, and their passions.
3. Personal Growth: The masterclass facilitated personal growth, self-awareness, and transformation.
4. Supportive Community: The online platform provided a safe space for girls to connect, share, and support one another.
5. Empowerment: Participants felt empowered to take control of their lives, make informed decisions, and pursue their goals.

Conclusion
The Girls Hangout Initiative’s online masterclass demonstrated the power of virtual learning and community-building. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, the initiative successfully empowered girls to focus on self-discovery, personal growth, and self-love.

Funder
Glorious City Foundation for Women and Youngster Development.