Stories of Change
We connect global resources with local solutions so that young people can make bold, transformative changes in their lives, communities, and countries.
EMpower’s work stretches across the world, touching the lives of young people and communities in 15 emerging market countries. Young people’s voices and experiences shape all that we do.
Through the eyes of young people participating in programs supported by EMpower, we can see their realities, personal growth and leadership in making change happen. Through the stories of our grantee partners, we better understand their challenges, solutions, and organisational development.
We are proud to share stories from young people and our partners that highlight the positive impact young people are having in their communities and beyond. Check out the stories below to see how our grantee partners inspire, innovate, and create a brighter future for young people.
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An Entrepreneur Looks Back and Gives Back
“To me it’s all about helping people, empowering people to dream more, to do more, to inspire more.”
Read Sanyto's StoryChampioning Peace and Scaling Change in Rio de Janeiro
Alan Duarte shares his story and speaks about the motivation behind starting his own organisation called Abraço Campeão (Champion Embrace) in Rio de Janeiro.
Read Alan's StoryA BRAVE Leader Speaks Out
Miche Williams pens a moving piece about her experiences at South African girls' organisation BRAVE.
Read Miche William's pieceThe Code to Success
Trang shares her experience of prepping for and taking an employment test for a coveted IT position.
Read Trang's StoryGirls Leading the Way Out of COVID
Cyclone Yaas brought widespread destruction to the coastal region of West Bengal, India earlier this year. Girl leaders, who had been trained and mentored by a former EMpower grantee partner, Nishtha, some years ago, proved key to the local response.
Read Nishtha's StoryHelping to Make Dreams a Reality in Rural Brazil
"Onda Solidária helped me to believe in myself and gave me courage to reach for my goals.”
Read Marcos' StoryTinh's REACH Journey to a full scholarship!
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