Girly’s life changed forever when she became pregnant while still in school in 2021. Girly lives in Eswatini, where a deep-rooted patriarchal culture means gender inequality and violence are sadly a part of young girl’s everyday lives. This culture of gender...
Meet Gina Moyo, whose refusal to give up in the face of significant challenges means she is able to go on to a bright future. Gina comes from a very poor area with high rates of gender violence and inequality, causing Gina to miss out on opportunities that she may...
Tiziano struggles with the extreme poverty and gang violence that are rife across the ‘Villas’ of Buenos Aries. Tiziano’s community suffers from high unemployment and low education, causing many families to live in a constant struggle to have food and shelter. Sadly,...
Atlas is Championing Inclusion and Protection for Children with Albinism in Malawi Children with albinism in Malawi face not only social exclusion but alarming threats to their safety. Recent reports of abductions and attacks, including the near abduction of a...
James came to STAR scheme after his Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s) began to have a significant negative impact on his wellbeing. James comes from a disadvantaged area where many children feel alone and so sadly turn to drinking, drugs, and crime to deal with...
Jean lives in rural Lilongwe, where education, health, and food are luxuries that many children sadly don’t have access to. Regrettably, these are not the only difficulties Jean faces, as she is bullied by other kids, causing her to feel isolated and lonely. Things...
