Why education for girls is not talked about enough?

For major economic, social, and political reasons, stepping foot inside a classroom of girls is out of the question. By educating a girl, the overwhelming benefits extend far beyond the classroom. The impact of giving a girl in a developing country a quality education can be felt in families, communities, and future generations. We’ve dedicated August to exploring the theme of “going back to school.” Yet for millions of girls, going to school is a very distant dream. These decisions helps with : Reducing Fertility Rates – The World Bank cites that when girls receive an education, they’ll have “fewer and healthier” babies. Lower Maternal and Child Mortality Rates – Girls who receive an education are less likely to contract HIV & AIDS, and thus, less likely to pass it onto their children Future Educated Generations – An African proverb says, “If we educate a boy, we educate one person. If we educate a girl, we educate a family – and a whole nation.” Investing in the Family – With these additional wages, research shows that women are more likely to invest in their family. In fact, the Basic Education Coalition claims that women will reserve 90% of their income to better their families.