What does adolescent girls' empowerment mean?

Document Type

Chapter

Publication Date

2024

Abstract

Africa stands at a crossroads, with its future prosperity hinging on the policy and investment decisions it makes today. The continent has an opportunity to shape the trajectories of generations to come by investing in the success of a pivotal population: its adolescent girls. With over 145 million adolescent girls calling Africa home, the potential for transformative change is immense. Yet challenges persist: from high rates of child marriage to limited educational opportunities. Over half of African girls ages 15 to 19 are out of school or married or have children. How can African countries overcome these challenges to ensure that adolescent girls enter adulthood empowered to thrive? Pathways to Prosperity for Adolescent Girls in Africa, published by the World Bank, offers a groundbreaking road map for change.

DOI

ISBN 978-1-4648-2061-8

Language

English

Project

GIRL Center

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