What challenges do girls face?  

Sadly, in many of the countries where we work, girls are less likely to be encouraged to go to school than their male counterparts. Poverty often makes parents choose between their children and girls are often kept out of school to help around the house, work, or even be married off. By offering a daily school meal, we provide an incentive for parents to send their daughters to school, which ultimately can lead them out of poverty. 

There is gender inequality in education around the world, but by providing daily meals in school, we remove one hugely significant barrier for girls, giving them opportunities that they otherwise may not have.

The girls who receive Mary’s Meals today can one day grow up, well-nourished and well-educated, to become the women who will lift their communities out of poverty.  

International Day of the Girl Child 

International Day of the Girl Child shines a light on the challenges facing girls around the world and the importance of protecting their rights and opportunities. 

At Mary’s Meals, we believe education is for everyone. By providing nutritious daily meals in school, we can help remove hunger as a barrier to education and give more girls the opportunity to attend school, learn and fulfil their potential.