by tgi.Graciella | Oct 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Here’s a wake-up call for girls who may NOT be AWARE they are in an #illegalrelationship…..
An illegal relationship among teenagers often refers to situations where they engage in behaviors that are not allowed by law due to their age.
This can include romantic or sexual relationships where one person is above the legal age of consent and the other is below it, making it illegal for them to be involved in that way. Although Different places have different laws about the minimum age for dating or engaging in romantic activities, but generally these laws are designed to protect young people from being taken advantage of.
Such relationships can be harmful because teenagers might not be fully mature enough to make informed decisions, and they might face serious consequences legally, emotionally, and socially.
Here’s a very good example.
Teacher-student or employer-employee relationships: In certain situations, relationships where there is a power imbalance can be restricted or illegal, especially if they involve coercion or exploitation.
Stay away from illegal Relationship cause it’s harmful and hurtful. Protect yourself, your mind and your body.
Stay Safe!
#thegraciellainitiative
by tgi.Graciella | Oct 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Graciella Initiative (TGI) is gearing up for the International Day of the Girl (IDG) 2024, with comprehensive plans in place to celebrate in Nigeria. The event will span 9 different communities across 6 states in the South-South, South-West, and North-Central regions, providing a platform to empower young girls. TGI’s IDG volunteers will gather around 1,200 girls, simultaneously hosting them in groups of hundreds, where they will engage in activities that focus on developing a strong sense of identity and purpose.
A key feature of the event will be a specially designed manual, created to ensure the seamless delivery of the message across all locations. This manual will guide the volunteers in delivering consistent and impactful programming, so that TGI’s mission for this year’s IDG is achieved, even across multiple locations. The manual reflects TGI’s commitment to empowering girls regardless of their geographic region, ensuring each girl gains valuable insights.
TEAM TGI NIGERIA
For IDG 2024, our mission is clear: help girls build a healthy self-esteem by fostering their sense of identity and purpose. Research by Magnano et al. (2023) highlights the strong correlation between self-esteem and career decisions, demonstrating that empowered girls with high self-worth are more likely to make confident career choices. In Nigeria, studies have shown that adolescent girls tend to have lower self-esteem than their male counterparts, making it even more critical to address these challenges early on.
Through this focus on identity and purpose, we aim to equip young girls with the tools they need for a brighter future. By elevating their self-esteem, we are not only shaping more confident individuals but also contributing to advancing gender equality. To make the experience even more memorable, we will be distributing gifts and souvenirs to all the girls, further enriching their day of empowerment. With this holistic approach, TGI is committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of the girls we serve during IDG 2024.
by tgi.Graciella | Oct 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
Image of the beneficiaries of the partnership with Bethany Elementary School
In an effort to advance female education in Africa, we are thrilled to announce our new partnership with Bethany Elementary School, a pioneering institution located in Ogun State, Nigeria, as part of our Advancing Female Education in Africa initiative. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our mission to support underprivileged and marginalized girls, enabling them to access quality education and, ultimately, empowering them to create brighter futures for themselves and their communities.
Our Mission
As part of the United Nations SDGs, we strive to ensure that every girl in Africa has access to quality education, while empowering them financially (SDG 1 and 2) and promoting gender equality (SDG 5). Through partnerships with key stakeholders (SDG 17) and collaboration with NGOs, we aim to support vulnerable girls and create an environment where they can thrive and contribute to national development.
Partnership with Bethany Elementary School
Bethany Elementary School is the first German-speaking school in Ogun State, dedicated to building global citizens through immersive programs. Since 2019, we’ve enrolled marginalized girls under 10 in school, and this year, we’ve added three more, bringing the total to seven girls supported by our scholarship scheme.
Our Beneficiaries
3 year old Princess, comes from a low-income family and has been placed in Pre-Nursery at Bethany. The school offered a half-tuition scholarship, and we covered her books and uniform. We aim to support her through primary school. Donations can be made directly to the school or through The Graciella Initiative.
A picture of Princess awarded with the scholarship
8 years old Iyanu with the scholarship award a bright girl placed in Year 3, comes from a low-income family. We took over her full tuition as her parents struggled with the financial burden. We are committed to supporting her education until she finishes primary school. Donations for her can be made through the same channels.
A picture of Iyanu with the awarded scholarship
Abosede, in Year 1, has made significant progress since starting school in September 2024. She is on a partial scholarship, and we’re covering the remaining fees to ensure she completes her education. Donations are welcome to support her.
A picture of Abosede with the awarded scholarship
We thank Bethany Elementary School for their partial scholarships and extend an invitation to other schools across Africa to join us in supporting the UN’s Quality Education (SDG-04) and Gender Equality (SDG-05) goals.
How You Can Help
We welcome support and funding from the public. You can donate directly to the school or The Graciella Initiative via the account numbers below with the subject DONATION FOR NAME OF BENEFICIARY.
The Graciella Initiative
Account name: The Graciella Initiative
Account number: 8286974400
Bank name: PROSPA CAPITAL MFB
Bethany Elementary School
Account name: Bethany Early Years
Account number: 0253880769
Bank name: WEMA BANK
TGI Nigeria to Mark International Day of the Girl Across Six States.