Inspiring girls worldwide by connecting them with real role models

If you can see it, you can be it!

Inspiring Girls International is a global charity dedicated to expanding girls’ career ambitions and breaking gender stereotypes. By connecting 11–16-year-old girls with diverse female role models, we help them gain the skills, confidence, and inspiration to achieve their full potential.

News & updates from Inspiring Girls

Country focus

Inspiring Girls Portugal

In Portugal, as in many other countries, girls continue to face gender stereotypes that influence how they see themselves and their future possibilities. Despite strong academic performance, many girls still underestimate their abilities in areas such as science, technology or leadership.

Read the full article to discover three unique programmes the team are implementing in Portugal to help girls navigate the complexities of today’s world.

Partnership spotlight

Inspiring Girls x Renesas

Following on from the success of our local partnerships with Renesas Electronics in France, Germany and the UK, we’re pleased to announce that our partnership will now expand globally to reach girls in the USA and Malaysia.

Together, we’re committed to encouraging more girls into STEM related fields.

Fundraising highlight

Meet team gROW - Two women rowing across the Atlantic

Vicki Anstey, Inspiring Girls UK Ambassador, and Dr. Sophie Bostock, leading sleep scientist and PhD researcher, will row over 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean, completely unsupported, from La Gomera in the Canary Islands all the way to Antigua.

Every stroke of the oar is in service of Inspiring Girls International, raising both vital funds and awareness for a cause that puts role models in front of young girls who need them most.

  • 'Inspiring Girls has given me access to incredible possibilities.'

    Ayla, 14, Youth Ambassador Alumni, Brazil

  • 'Inspiring Girls is an incredible programme to join, reminding us that girls are a powerful force and can thrive in our world.'

    Aya, 16, Student, Inspiring Girls Thailand

  • 'What struck me most during the workshops was the fact that I don’t have to choose between my career and my passions.'

    Anna, 16, Student, Inspiring Girls Poland

  • 'After hearing all your stories, I am determined to do my best and live my life to the fullest with no regrets.'

    Student, Inspiring Girls Singapore

Join us in making a difference

Whether you want to volunteer, partner with us, or support our work, you can help us expand girls career ambitions worldwide and help to break gender stereotypes.

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