Help Us End Zimbabwe Child Marriages
ECM funds orphans and at-risk girls from the poorest sections of Zimbabwe so that they can attend school. We believe that no girl should be robbed of her childhood, health, education and aspirations.
Girls in Zimbabwe
“34% of girls in Zimbabwe are married before the age of 18 and 5% are married before their 15th birthday.” — UNICEF
When a girl marries before the age of 18, she and her family are usually poor, uneducated, and unhealthy.
More than 50% of girls married before age 18 face these problems and health risks:
- Forced to quit school
- No work or life skills
- Higher risk of abuse and sexual diseases
- Raise their children with no help
- High risk pregnancy
“2% of boys in Zimbabwe are married before their 18th birthday.” — Girls not Brides
Our Mission
Preparing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today
End Child Marriages is supported by American & African Youth Leadership Foundation (AAYLF). We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving vulnerable girls from poverty by ending the risk of child marriage. We believe that no girl should be robbed of her childhood, health, education and aspirations.
We funds orphans and at-risk girls from the poorest sections of Zimbabwe so that they can attend school. We also combat gender inequality. We believe that women and girls deserve the same treatment and opportunities as men and boys and they can reach their full potential given the chance — we open that door for them to give them a fighting chance. They can earn an income and take better care of their family. This ends generations of poverty and promotes gender equity.
Hear from some of the girls we’ve helped…
Results
Students Rescued
Take a look at where we have been and where we are going.
Meet the Founder
Bongai “Ms. B” Mhloyi
Rescuing a Child Bride Changed Her Life. Read her story…
How You can Help
Programs
Sponsor a Girl
Your gift could transform her life forever! Your gift keeps her in school, gives her a voice, gives her a choice, and lets her determine her future. Empower a girl today!
Donate
Your one-time donation can help provide funds for tuition, educational materials, transportation, room, or part of the board for a child at risk of becoming a child bride.
News & Events
Hats & Pearls Women Empowerment Luncheon: Sat, Jul 13, 2024 11AM – 3PM ET
Please join us for our annual Fundraiser, “Hats & Pearls Women’s Empowerment Luncheon” This event will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn. 720 Eagleview BLVD East. Exton. PA 19341. Participants will enjoy an elegant afternoon designed to CELEBRATE WOMAN. The event...
Hats & Pearls Women Empowerment Summit: Sat, Mar 30, 2024 2PM – 5PM ET
Join us for our Hats Pearls Women Empowerment event!. Our speakers are some of the most inspiring and motivational women in the industry, and they are ready to share their insights and experiences with you. Our event is designed to give you the tools and resources you...
Empowering Dreams, Ending Nightmares: A Journey against Child Marriage – AAYLF Monthly News Bulletin
Dear Valued Partner, Childhood is a time of dreams, laughter, and learning when children should be free to explore the world, discover their potential, and chase their dreams. Sadly, in many parts of the world, childhood is marred by the dark and distressing practice...
In the News
We talked with PopCulturePress about our upcoming Hats & Pearls Women Empowerment Summit. View the article below to learn more and get your tickets!
Our Partners
Partner with us and help make global changes to end child marriage finally. Together we can raise awareness and bring about lasting change.
