In 2021 we began to provide on-line health forums for a diverse, invited, community audience. This was in response to the lived experiences of our team and their concern regarding the high level of health challenges in The Gambia. Many…
DOAF Digital Hub is an initiative aimed at providing quality digital learning and access for young people across The Gambia. Advanced digital skills such as web development, programming and graphic design are highly desirable assets for young people in the…
Empowering Women and Girls. Promoting Equality. Building Resilient Communities. The Gender Promotion Initiative (GPI) is one of Daughters of Africa’s flagship community empowerment programmes designed to advance gender equality, strengthen women’s leadership, protect the rights of women and girls, and…
Mini Aya Pre-School was started to ensure that local children aged 4-11 years old are skilled in phonics, reading, handwriting and numbers as these are the foundation subjects taught in government schools. Our volunteers are guided by both Gambian and…
In The Gambia it takes talent, drive and perseverance to be a visual artist, it is not a career that is valued and students may experience little arts training beyond year nine. Our aim is to contribute to the raising…
My name is Fatoumatta. I am a 20-year-old Gambian and a student and youth leader for the Daughters of Africa NGO. The Gambia is in West Africa and 95% of the population are Muslims. It is a country where tradition…