I created InnovateHer Education after observing that girls in my community had limited access to technology, modern learning approaches, and confidence-building opportunities. Many come from low-income families where girls’ education is not always prioritised, and traditional schooling often focuses on memorisation rather than creativity and critical thinking.
Despite having only one computer and basic internet access, I decided to begin with available resources and design a simple, affordable program focused on digital skills, leadership, and innovation. The aim is to help girls build confidence and prepare for a rapidly changing world.
In practice, InnovateHer Education is integrated into daily school life through assemblies, classroom activities, and student-led projects. Selected girls from Grades 8–10 receive guidance in innovation thinking, digital skills, and leadership development.
Students work on small projects related to climate action, waste management, and community awareness. Girls conduct home visits to guide women on organic composting, while boys lead climate walks and tree plantation campaigns. Sustainable Development Goals are linked with lesson planning to ensure learning connects with real-world challenges.
InnovateHer Education began within our school and has expanded through consistent student engagement and community involvement. With 400–500 students participating in daily assemblies, sustainability messages reach hundreds of households every week.
Selected girls conduct home visits to promote composting and waste awareness, while boys organise climate walks and tree plantation drives. More than 100 trees have been planted, and families have reduced plastic bag usage. We are now preparing nearby schools to adopt this low-cost, SDG-aligned model
Initially, InnovateHer Education focused mainly on building girls’ confidence and leadership within the school. Over time, we expanded the program by integrating climate action and Sustainable Development Goals into daily lessons and assemblies.
We added structured community outreach, where girls guide women on composting and sustainability practices, while boys lead public awareness campaigns and plantation drives. We also strengthened teacher involvement by linking lesson plans to sustainability themes. The model is now evolving to support nearby schools in adopting a similar approach.
To implement InnovateHer Education, start small using available resources. Select motivated girls and inform parents about the program’s purpose. Train teachers to integrate innovation, leadership, and sustainability themes into regular lessons and assemblies.
Encourage students to work on small, real-life projects such as composting, waste reduction, and tree planting. Build confidence through presentations and student-led discussions. Gradually involve the wider community and link activities to the Sustainable Development Goals to ensure long-term impact.
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