For many teenage girls in rural Africa, barriers like limited resources, and restrictive gender norms stand in the way of their education and economic independence. School-Based Agricultural Education (SBAE) is transforming these barriers into opportunities, equipping girls with the skills and confidence to see agriculture as a viable career and a path to self-reliance and community impact.
Through hands-on training, leadership development, and financial literacy, SBAE challenges traditional gender norms, empowering girls to take on leadership roles and invest in their futures. SBAE not only keeps girls in school longer but also increases their spending on education, leading to improved learning outcomes and greater academic achievement. As they gain practical skills and economic agency, girls become catalysts for agricultural innovation and community development, embodying resilience and creating pathways for future generations.
In many rural areas across Africa, teenage girls face unique challenges that limit their educational and economic opportunities, including high dropout rates, restricted access to resources, and traditional gender norms that deter them from pursuing agriculture.
