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Guiding Principles for U.S. Government Implementation of Let Girls Learn
The goals and pillars of work laid out in this document represent a coordinated and sustainable approach to promoting adolescent girls’ education now and in the future.
USAID
Inside Let Girls Learn and its powerful, world-changing results
Marie Claire covers the success of Let Girls Learn, and highlights two beneficiaries of USAID Let Girls Learn programming.
Marie ClaireU.S. LABOR DEPARTMENT COMMITS $5M TO FIGHT CHILD LABOR IN ZAMBIA
The U.S. Department of Labor announces a $5 million cooperative agreement to reduce child labor in rural Zambia among adolescent girls, ages 15-17, by increasing access to quality formal and non-formal education and training.
DEPARTMENT OF LABORMichelle Obama: This issue is personal for me
On International Day of the Girl, First Lady Michelle Obama shares her personal connection to Let Girls Learn in an op-ed for CNN.
CNNMeet the Inspiring Girls of the New CNN Documentary 'We Will Rise'
Meet the girls who are featured in 'We Will Rise' and hear their inspiring stories to seek an education in their countries.
GlamourThe One Piece Of Advice Michelle Obama Would Give Her 15-Year-Old Self
FLOTUS reminded young girls everywhere that you don’t have to be perfect to succeed. Many times our failures are what help us get to where we need to be.
Huffington Post#DadsAndDaughters: Celebrating International Day of the Girl
Take a look at the progress made under the Obama Administration to empower and uplift girls.
White HouseHoping to extend ‘Let Girls Learn’ beyond 2017, the Obamas lay out a road map
White House officials unveiled new financial commitments to educating girls around the world totaling more than $5 million.
Washington PostFACT SHEET: Let Girls Learn—A Comprehensive Investment in Adolescent Girls Education
International Day of the Girl provides us the opportunity to take stock of this Administration’s progress around Let Girls Learn, and how we can continue our efforts.
White HouseFact Sheet: New Commitments to Let Girls Learn Announced by First Lady Michelle Obama on International Day of the Girl
On International Day of the Girl 2016, the White House announces more than five million dollars in new private commitments to girls’ education.
White HouseMichelle Obama Hosts White House Screening for CNN’s ‘We Will Rise’ Documentary
“It’s about telling the stories of these girls and girls like them across the globe — not just their challenges and their struggles, but their dreams and their aspirations — which are big,” Obama said.
VarietyCommemorating International Day Of The Girl
On International Day of the Girl, National Security Advisor Susan Rice reminds us that lifting up women and girls is absolutely critical to our national security.
Huffington PostPresidential Proclamation—International Day of the Girl, 2016
The President proclaims October 11, 2016 as International Day of the Girl, and calls upon the people of the United States to observe this day with programs, ceremonies, and activities that advance equality and opportunity for girls everywhere.
White HouseHow to help educate girls around the world
CNN shares information about organizations that support girls education around the world.
CNNGlamour Will Celebrate International Day of the Girl With First Lady Michelle Obama
Glamour's The Girl Project and Let Girls Learn team up to host a global digital conversation about education inequality.
GlamourGIRLS WILL 'RISE UP' WITH FIRST LADY MICHELLE OBAMA IN NEW CNN FILM
CNN will premiere a new film that follows The First Lady on her trip to Liberia and Morocco where she met with young women seeking an education.
CNNFirst Lady Michelle Obama and Broadway’s biggest stars spread the message of global girls’ empowerment
HelloGiggles shares the stories of three young women as they traveled to New York to participate in “Broadway Shines A Light on Girls’ Education."
HelloGigglesMichelle Obama took to Broadway to promote "Let Girls Learn," and it's so empowering
HelloGiggles covers The First Lady's “Broadway Shines A Light on Girls’ Education” event in New York City.
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REMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT THE UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY SPOUSAL PROGRAM
The First Lady delivered remarks to an audience of young women, Let Girls Learn beneficiaries, and the spouses of world leaders at an event on Broadway celebrating the power of girls' education worldwide.
WHITE HOUSEBroadway teaches the ABCs of getting girls into school
The Washington Post covers Broadway's engagement in Let Girls Learn during the U.N. General Assembly.
Washington Post5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT MICHELLE OBAMA'S LET GIRLS LEARN INITIATIVE
InStyle Magazine shares fast facts on Let Girls Learn, and how you can get involved.
InStyleRemarks by President Obama at YSEALI Town Hall
On his historic visit to Laos, President Obama references his recent announcement that Laos and Nepal would be the newest Let Girls Learn countries.
White HouseFirst Lady Michelle Obama on Style, Social Media, and the Biggest Challenges Facing Girls Today
The First Lady opens up to InStyle Magazine on her legacy and the Let Girls Learn initiative.
InStyleREMARKS OF PRESIDENT OBAMA TO THE PEOPLE OF LAOS
President Obama delivered remarks to the people of Laos that included the announcement of Laos and Nepal as Let Girls Learn focus countries.
WHITE HOUSEPresidential Proclamation—Women's Equality Day, 2016
On Women's Equality Day, President Obama calls on the people of the United States to celebrate the achievements of women and promote gender equality.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT AT THE WHITE HOUSE SUMMIT ON GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT
The President highlights Let Girls Learn in his remarks at the White House Summit on Global Development.
White HouseUSAID ANNOUNCES $25 MILLION TO SUPPORT ADOLESCENT GIRLS EDUCATION IN AFGHANISTAN THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH DFID
The commitment will help sustain a teacher apprenticeship program in Afghanistan for adolescent girls, as part of a new partnership with DFID's Girls Education Challenge.
USAIDPeace Corps Director Travels to Liberia and Morocco with the First Lady to Support Let Girls Learn
Peace Corps Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet participated in a three-day visit to Liberia and Morocco with First Lady Michelle Obama in support of the U.S. government’s Let Girls Learn initiative.
Peace CorpsMichelle Obama: For girls, a heartbreaking loss -- and an opportunity
First Lady Michelle Obama reflects on her recent travels to Liberia, Morocco and Spain in a blog for CNN.
CNNREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT LET GIRLS LEARN EVENT IN MADRID, SPAIN
The First Lady delivers remarks on Let Girls Learn to an audience in Madrid, Spain, sharing the stories of girls she met on recent travel to Liberia and Morocco.
White HouseDAY 4: MEETING WITH THE AMERICAN EMBASSY STAFF IN MOROCCO
The First Lady, as part of her travel to Liberia and Morocco for Let Girls Learn, documents her experiences on the blog HelloGiggles.
HelloGigglesREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY, MERYL STREEP, FREIDA PINTO IN A LET GIRLS LEARN CONVERSATION WITH GIRL STUDENTS IN MARRAKESH, MOROCCO
Actresses Meryl Streep and Freida Pinto join the First Lady in Marrakesh, Morocco for a conversation with girl students.
White HouseDAY THREE: SPEAKING ABOUT GIRLS' EDUCATION WITH FREIDA PINTO AND MERYL STREEP IN MOROCCO
The First Lady documents her travels in support of Let Girls Learn on the blog HelloGiggles. Read about her experiences in Morocco, and what young women there are doing to become leaders in their community and get an education.
HelloGigglesFACT SHEET: AS PART OF THE FIRST LADY'S VISIT TO MOROCCO, THE U.S. GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES NEW LET GIRLS LEARN PROGRAMMING
As part of the First Lady's visit to Morocco, MCC, USAID and the Peace Corps announce new programming to help address the barriers that prevent adolescent girls from attaining an education.
WhiteHouseDAY TWO: HOW THE GIRLS IN LIBERIA FIGHT AGAINST ALL ODDS TO GET AN EDUCATION
The First Lady documents her travels in support of Let Girls Learn on the blog HelloGiggles. Read about her experiences in Liberia, and what young women there are doing to become leaders in their community and get an education.
HelloGigglesREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AFTER A CONVERSATION WITH GIRL STUDENTS
Remarks by the First Lady at R.S. Caulfield School in Unificationtown, Liberia after a conversation with girl students.
White HouseFACT SHEET: FIRST LADY ANNOUNCES NEW LET GIRLS LEARN COMMITMENTS IN LIBERIA
While in Liberia, the First Lady announced new programming from USAID and the Peace Corps to help address the barriers that prevent girls from attaining an education.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY DURING GLOW (GIRLS LEADING OUR WORLD) PRESENTATIONS
Remarks by the First Lady at a GLOW (Girls Leading our World) Camp in Liberia.
White HouseDAY ONE: WHY I'M TRAVELING TO LIBERIA, MOROCCO AND SPAIN TO #LETGIRLSLEARN
The First Lady documents her travel to Liberia, Morocco and Spain on the blog HelloGiggles.
HelloGigglesFIRST LADY LAUNCHES SNAPCHAT ACCOUNT AHEAD OF LET GIRLS LEARN TRAVEL
To give young people everywhere a fun way to follow her travels, learn about the more than 62 million girls around the world who aren’t in school, and take action to support them, the First Lady launched an official Snapchat account: MichelleObama.
White HouseFACT SHEET: FIRST LADY ANNOUNCES NEW COMMITMENTS TO LET GIRLS LEARN AT THE UNITED STATE OF WOMEN SUMMIT DINNER
As part of the United State of Women Summit, the First Lady announced and applauded additional commitments made by a variety of organizations during the United State of Women Summit Dinner held at the U.S. Department of State, co-hosted by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and The Goldman Sachs Foundation on June 14, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
White HousePeace Corps Director Emphasizes Importance of Girls’ Education at White House United State of Women Summit
Peace Corps Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet moderated a panel discussion, Learning without Limits: Transcending Barriers to Girls' Education Globally, during the White House United State of Women Summit in Washington, D.C. The panel focused on the President and First Lady’s Let Girls Learn initiative and the importance of addressing barriers to girls’ education worldwide.
Peace CorpsRemarks by the President at United States of Women Summit
The President delivers remarks referencing Let Girls Learn and efforts to empower adolescent girls at the United State of Women Summit.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT THE UNITED STATE OF WOMEN SUMMIT DINNER
Remarks by the First Lady at The United State of Women Dinner at the U.S. Department of State. The dinner, co-hosted by the State Department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women highlighted women's economic empowerment and the government-wide efforts surrounding Let Girls Learn.
White HouseRemarks by the President in Meeting with White House Mentees
The President delivers remarks to White House mentees, mentioning the First Lady's work to Let Girls Learn.
White HousePresidential Proclamation—Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A., 2016
President Obama proclaims April 19, 2016 as Education and Sharing Day, calling upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
White HouseREMARKS BY FIRST LADY ON LET GIRLS LEARN AT THE WORLD BANK
Remarks by the First Lady addressing a crowd of finance ministers, executives, and world leaders on the importance of adolescent girls' education. The remarks coincided with a $2.5 billion commitment to support adolescent girls' education by the World Bank Group.
White House5 ways to keep girls in school
The last decade’s seen more girls in developing countries attend primary school — 87 percent now do. But fewer than 4 in 10 graduate from secondary school. How can we get more young women to stay in school?
ShareAmericaTHE FIRST LADY ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL COMMITMENTS AT SXSW
The First Lady announced additional commitments to adolescent girls' education at South by Southwest.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY DURING A PANEL DISCUSSION AT SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST
Remarks by the First Lady in a keynote discussion at South by Southwest. She was joined onstage by Missy Elliott, Queen Latifah, Sophia Bush, and Diane Warren.
White HouseRemarks by the President at Reception in Honor of Women's History Month
President Obama delivers remarks referencing Let Girls Room in the East Room of the White House.
White HouseSecretary Kerry Launches U.S. Global Strategy on Adolescent Girls
The strategy launched by Secretary Kerry is the first U.S. strategy to focus on this age group. It brings together four government agencies to address challenges related to adolescent girls’ safety, health, and education.
State DepartmentStatement by the President on International Women's Day
On International Women's Day, we recommit ourselves to achieving a world in which every woman and girl enjoys the full range of rights and freedoms that is her birthright.
White HouseFACT SHEET: FIRST LADY CELEBTATES ONE YEAR OF LET GIRLS LEARN
The First Lady announced new commitments to Let Girls Learn to celebrate the one year anniversary of Let Girls Learn.
White HouseREMARKS BY FIRST LADY CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Remarks By The First Lady at a Let Girls Learn event celebrating International Women’s Day at Union Market in Washington, D.C.
White HouseFirst Lady Michelle Obama Announces New Commitments to Let Girls Learn
A key approach to making Let Girls Learn a success is through public- private partnerships. The commitments made build upon commitments announced at last year’s Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Summit.
White HouseThe Peace Corps Celebrates Volunteers who Empower Women and Girls on International Women’s Day
In recognition of International Women’s Day, the Peace Corps celebrates volunteers working in collaboration with their community members around the world to increase opportunities for women and girls.
Peace CorpsPeace Corps and ALEX AND ANI™ Team Up to Support Girls’ Education through New Kindred Cord Collection
Peace Corps and ALEX AND ANI, an eco-conscious jewelry and accessories brand, announced the launch of the new Kindred Cord Daisy collection in support of the Let Girls Learn initiative.
Peace CorpsThousands more girls to receive access to education via Peace Corps initiative
The Peace Corps announced that it had more than doubled the number of countries participating in the Let Girls Learn initiative, which aims to address the challenges that prevent 62 million adolescent girls from attending school and completing their educations.
THE NEW YORK TIMESPeace Corps Announces 23 New Let Girls Learn Countries
Ahead of the first anniversary of Let Girls Learn, the Peace Corps announced that it is more than doubling the number of participating countries and expanding the initiative’s reach to thousands of Peace Corps volunteers and girls around the world.
Peace CorpsLeveraging Ebola to Tackle FGM
A look at how the United States brought together the government, civil society, and community leaders in Guinea to tackle FGM/C through a hugely successful campaign.
The New York TimesREMARKS BY FIRST LADY AT AMERICAN MAGAZINE MEDIA CONFERENCE
Remarks by the First Lady, Lena Dunham and Julianne Moore at the "Media with Purpose" discussion at the American Magazine Media Conference in New York.
White HouseU.S. ANNOUNCES COMMITMENT TO JORDAN’S EDUCATION SECTOR
The United States highlighted its continued commitment to Jordan with the announcement of a plan to build 25 new schools in Jordan using $100 million as part of the Let Girls Learn initiative.
White HouseU.S. GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES $100 MILLION USAID PROGRAM TO BUILD JORDANIAN SCHOOLS
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) plans to invest $100 million to build 25 additional new public schools in Jordan as part of the Let Girls Learn Initiative.
USAIDREMARKS BY FIRST LADY: WORLD INNOVATION SUMMIT FOR EDUCATION
Remarks by the First Lady at the World Innovation Summit for Education in the Qatar National Convention Center in Doha, Qatar.
White HouseWHITE HOUSE ANNOUNCES $70 MILLION FOR GIRLS EDUCATION IN PAKISTAN
USAID's Let Girls Learn in Pakistan program will provide $70 million to new and ongoing USAID programs that benefit more than 200,000 adolescent girls aged 10-19.
USAIDRemarks by President Obama and President Park of the Republic of Korea in Joint Press Conference
President Obama references Let Girls Learn and South Korea’s Better Life for Girls initiative during a joint press conference.
White HouseFACT SHEET: FIRST LADY ANNOUNCES NEW COMMITMENTS
As part of International Day of the Girl, the First Lady announced and applauded commitments made by organizations at Fortune Magazine’s Most Powerful Women’s Summit in Washington, D.C.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT FORTUNE SUMMIT
Remarks by the First Lady on the importance of adolescent girls' education and called upon organizations to join the cause at the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit.
White HousePresidential Proclamation—International Day of the Girl, 2015
President Obama proclaims October 11, 2015, as International Day of the Girl, calling upon the people of the United States to observe this day with programs, ceremonies, and activities that advance equality and opportunity for girls everywhere.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT THE GLOBAL CITIZEN FESTIVAL
Remarks and the launch of the #62milliongirls campaign by the First Lady from Central Park at the 2015 Global Citizen Festival.
White HousePresident Obama just announced a new effort to empower girls
When societies invest in girls and women, they give communities better health outcomes, stronger economic potential, and safer streets. That’s the message President Obama shared during a recent trip to Kenya and Ethiopia, where he announce a new U.S. effort to empower women and girls in Tanzania and Malawi.
The New York TimesRemarks by President Obama to the People of Africa
President Obama references Malawi and Tanzania as Let Girls Learn countries in remarks delivered at the African Union Headquarters in Ethiopia.
White HouseRemarks by President Obama in Conversation with Members of Civil Society
On his visit to Kenya, President Obama participates in a conversation with members of civil society, and references the First Lady's work to Let Girls Learn.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT THE GIRL UP LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
Remarks by the First Lady at the United Nations Foundation's annual Girl Up Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT MORE MAGAZINE IMPACT AWARDS
Remarks by the First Lady at the More Magazine Impact Awards in Washington, D.C.
White HouseThe United States and United Kingdom – Announcing New Partnership to Advance Girls Education Around the World
The two countries will launch a nearly $200 million partnership to continue their collective support for adolescent girls’ education—part of which will be directed to countries affected by conflict and crisis.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT LET GIRLS LEARN ROUNDTABLE
Alongside leading scholars and government officials, the First Lady participated in a roundtable at the Mulberry School in London to discuss the importance of adolescent girls' education.
White HouseRemarks by the First Lady at The Mulberry School - London
Remarks by the First Lady at a Let Girls Learn Event in London with girls from the Mulberry School.
White HouseJOINT STATEMENT: BY THE U.S. AND THE UNITED KINGDOM
The U.S. and UK announced a new partnership to build upon our shared commitment to advance adolescent girls education. The two countries pledged renewed efforts to accelerate progress in overcoming barriers that adolescent girls face in achieving an education, with a particular focus on fragile countries.
White HouseUSAID, DFID PARTNER TO ADVANCE GIRLS’ EDUCATION WORLDWIDE
USAID and DFID announced a new partnership of up to $180 million over five years in the Democratic Republic of the Congo that will enable girls who are not in school to access accelerated and alternative learning programs in conflict-affected areas.
USAIDRemarks by President Obama and Prime Minister Abe of Japan in Joint Press Conference
President Obama references Let Girls Learn, and the partnership of the Japanese government, in a joint press conference with Prime Minister Abe.
White House5 Powerful Stories About FGM/C You Need to Hear
Whether you care about global health, good governance, international development, or human rights, the many stories of FGM/C are ones we need to hear and share.
Huffington PostPresidential Proclamation—Education and Sharing Day, 2015
President Obama proclaims March 31, 2015, as Education and Sharing Day, U.S.A., calling upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT ROOM TO READ EVENT - SIEM REAP
Remarks by the First Lady from Hun Sen Bakorng High School in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE FIRST LADY AT LET GIRLS LEARN EVENT: Tokyo
Remarks by the First Lady at a Let Girls Learn Event in Tokyo, Japan.
White HouseU.S. & Japan collaborating to educate girls around the world.
The U.S. and Japan announced a partnership to elevate adolescent girls’ education on their shared development agenda, committing to improving the learning environment for girls by collaborating with schools, communities and educational administrations.
White HouseStatement of President Barack Obama Commemorating International Women's Day
The President commemorates International Women's Day, referencing the newly launched Let Girls Learn initiative.
White HouseLet Girls Learn, A Whole of Government Initiative Announced
The Obama Administration announced that it is expanding its efforts to help adolescent girls worldwide attend and complete school through an initiative called Let Girls Learn.
White HouseFACT SHEET: LET GIRLS LEARN
The Obama Administration announced that it is expanding its efforts to help adolescent girls worldwide attend and complete school through an initiative called Let Girls Learn.
White HouseREMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT AND FIRST LADY AT LAUNCH OF LET GIRLS LEARN
Remarks by the President and the First Lady on the launch of Let Girls Learn from the East Room of the White House.
White HousePeace Corps Launches Let Girls Learn in 11 Countries
Peace Corps Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet joins President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama for the announcement of the Let Girls Learn initiative at the White House. As part of Let Girls Learn, the Peace Corps and First Lady are making commitments across 11 initial countries.
Peace Corps3 Ways the United States Is Working to End FGM/C
There is a growing number of individuals, organizations, and countries working to tackle this problem. The United States is proud to be one of them.
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