But, girls growing up in places with high unemployment rates and widespread gender inequality need more than just a university degree to succeed.
Girls need role models, mentors, and tailored guidance to build their confidence, learn about goal setting, career development, and leadership to become truly independent and equal.
In 2014, One Girl Can designed a series of 90-minute formal workshops for each grade in high school, plus a leadership conference in Nairobi for every year in university.