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Bridging Futures
Gateway to Gender Equality and Transforming Education for Rural Girls
Designers
Sereen Gallichio
Key Words
SUMMARY
Empowering Girls: Bridging Educational Divides in Rural Morocco" is a pioneering initiative addressing entrenched gender disparities in education. Starting with in-depth research into cultural norms and infrastructural challenges, we developed Atlas BridgeBond, a digital platform connecting rural Moroccan girls with global peers. Through iterative testing, we refined our approach, discovering the transformative potential of cultural dialogue and mentorship. Our project matters because it challenges societal norms, offering a pathway to educational empowerment and social change.
challenge
Research identified critical gaps affecting rural Moroccan girls' education: cultural norms, unsafe infrastructure, and limited global exposure. Surveys and interviews with local educators and parents revealed deep-seated biases against girls' education, manifesting in high dropout rates and infrastructure investment. The identified needs highlight the urgent demand for accessible educational solutions that address these systemic barriers and broaden learning opportunities.
Outcome
The project resulted in Atlas BridgeBond, a digital platform fostering cross-cultural interaction and educational empowerment, emerged as the project's culmination. Specifically designed to address cultural norms and infrastructural barriers in rural Morocco, Atlas BridgeBond serves as a comprehensive solution. By providing tailored educational resources, facilitating global connections, and promoting interactive learning, it directly meets stakeholders' needs for inclusive educational environments. This outcome effectively bridges the gap, empowering girls to overcome obstacles and pursue educational opportunities on a global scale.
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