It's the holidays, a time for giving... (And it's the end of the year, last chance to squeeze in a tax-deductible donation..) Looking for a cause? Help the Peace Corps Volunteers of Matam, Senegal put on a Girls' Leadership Camp to empower young girls in our region. In a region where girls are growing up very young--many are cooking and cleaning for their households by age 10, and marriage can happen as young as 12--we are looking to provide these girls with a positive environment to discuss their lives, set goals, and empower young girls to follow their dreams. We've made a short video we hope you'll check out, share, and donate if you feel so inclined.
You should also check out my friend's blog, who helped a girl avoid early marriage: http://voicilesoleil.wordpress.com/2012/12/11/give-for-the-girls/
