PRESS

“‘Things are more chaotic in the wake of the Covid emergency. Women are more vulnerable so sexual violence increases,’”

“ETC gives the possibility of a future to women who otherwise wouldn’t even dream of one.”

“While lack of access to education for women in the region remains a pressing issue, there is a strong feeling of celebration and hope at the launch of the school. Throughout the afternoon, the schoolgirls' chanting rings through the air: "I need my freedom...""

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“We felt there was a perception among our friends and colleagues that starting a new charity is something that you do when you're retired, not when you're in the full throes of your career.”

“ETC hopes to give at least 1,000 girls a future free from rape, forced marriage and female genital mutilation (FGM).”

“I couldn’t stop thinking about the girls and realised there was a chance to do something more meaningful with my life.”