RISE -
Our Education Programs
Through RISE, our flagship education program, Girl Rising and our partners empower adolescents in marginalized communities to become Resilient, Inclusive, Skilled, and Educated individuals. By equipping young people with critical skills like digital literacy and providing the knowledge and support they need to pursue their education and aspirations, RISE creates lasting, positive change. The program engages teachers, parents, caregivers, and administrators as allies, through a holistic approach to addressing the challenges, biases and barriers that adolescents face.
RISE was developed from our decade-long experience designing and evaluating programs to challenge gender norms and equip adolescents with the tools they need to thrive. RISE takes a holistic approach, building skills in areas such as social-emotional learning, digital and financial literacy, climate adaptation, and health and well-being, while also engaging the adults who shape their lives. This comprehensive focus ensures that both young people and their communities are prepared to succeed together.
At the heart of RISE is the power of stories. Stories serve as a compelling way to introduce complex topics, ignite curiosity, and build understanding and empathy. Through the curriculum, adolescents gain voice, confidence, and agency. They explore their rights, identify aspirations, and understand the support systems available to help them achieve their goals.
We work side by side with innovative local education organizations that truly know and understand their communities. These long-term partnerships allow us to adapt RISE materials to fit the unique needs and realities of each community, weaving them into existing education systems. By drawing on our partners’ deep insights and expertise, we ensure that RISE feels relevant, resonates culturally, and makes a real, lasting difference.
RISE India
With partner CINI, we work with adolescents aged 14–17 in the states of Chhattisgarh and Telangana, building voice, confidence and agency.
RISE Kenya
We've worked in Kenya for six years. Today our programs are set for significant growth with our curriculum now endorsed by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development
