
Resources
The Girls First Institute creates open-source tools to serve the needs of community-based organisations that know girls best. Mentors and program staff can use these practical resources right away.
Tools Used in Around the Globe

310+
organisations
70,000+
girls reached annually
Mentors say the resources help them:
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Structure their programmes
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Engage girls more actively
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Open conversations on key issues
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Build confidence through play-based activities
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Navigate sensitive topics with confidence





Building Girls' Confidence
स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं से लेकर शैक्षिक और सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रमों तक हम मदद कर सकते हैं।

The card games created a safe space where girls began openly sharing their experiences and ideas. Now they even lead discussions during mentorship sessions."
-Maureen
Mentor with Savana Kitui, Kenya
स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं से लेकर शैक्षिक और सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रमों तक हम मदद कर सकते हैं।
A play-based card game that helps girls explore real-life situations related to relationships, safety, and decision-making. The game uses relatable scenarios to spark conversations among girls and mentors about peer pressure, consent, and healthy relationships.
“One of the biggest wins has been seeing girls start conversations about the challenges they face. The game gives them a space to open up, and it introduces a new way of learning that girls in rural areas are not used to.”
— Catherine, Kenya
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“Through the discussions, we identified girls who were at risk of dropping out of school. By meeting with them individually and understanding their challenges, we were able to support them to continue their education.”
— NeFCoRD, Uganda
“The toolkit deepened our mentors’ understanding of feminist principles and how to apply them in real-world situations. Girls have become more confident in expressing their opinions and advocating for their rights.”
— Her Voice Matters, Kenya
“This toolkit has helped us identify and prioritise the risks affecting girls in our community. It allowed us to focus our programs on the areas where girls need the most support.”
Give Hope Uganda, Uganda
“The girls understood that their periods are cyclical and made up of different stages. We seek to empower the girls, and through this activity, we were able to empower them through bodily autonomy.” Soy Niña, Costa Rica







