Girls’ Math Empowerment Foundation

Math is not a barrier. It is a beginning.

GMEF creates engaging learning spaces for girls in Basic 2–7—so mathematics becomes a subject they can understand, enjoy, and carry forward.

A supportive place to learn, practise, and grow.

GMEF learners working together during a mathematics session.
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What the work makes possible

A shared belief: girls can thrive in mathematics.

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Make maths relatable

Learning that connects mathematics to curiosity, practice, and real possibility.

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Build confidence

Support that makes room for questions, persistence, and the courage to try again.

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Open STEM pathways

A foundation for girls to see more opportunity in school, careers, and life.

Curriculum

Grounded in Ghana. Open to the world.

Our teaching approach blends the Ghana Education Service (GES) curriculum with internationally acclaimed Oxford learning resources, ensuring our learners receive a solid academic foundation alongside global perspectives and critical thinking skills.

GESGhana Education Service curriculum
OxfordInternational learning resources
ThinkingGlobal perspectives and critical thinking skills

A focused purpose

Helping girls move from “I can’t” to “I can solve this.”

GMEF brings together engaging maths learning, practical support, and community experiences so girls can approach mathematics with more confidence and curiosity.

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How GMEF supports learners

More confidence.
More ways to grow.

GMEF pairs maths learning with practical resources, wellbeing activities, and community experiences that help girls take part fully.

GMEF learners in orange shirts working together around a table during a mathematics session.
Core learning focus
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Girls’ maths confidence

Engaging and relatable maths sessions help girls work through fear, practise concepts, and build the confidence to keep trying.

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Tools for participation
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Education material support

Essential learning materials support effective teaching and give learners tools they can use in and beyond the classroom.

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Support around the learner
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Wellbeing & community

Wellness activities and community experiences create the sense of belonging that helps learners stay active, focused, and ready to learn.

How we work

Every learner deserves the support to keep going.

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Confidence before complexity

Girls learn best when they can ask questions, practise openly, and see mathematics as something they can master.

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Tools that support learning

Learning materials help turn participation into understanding, especially when a learner has the right resources in front of her.

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Belonging matters

Wellbeing and community experiences help learners feel safe, connected, and ready to take part.

A group of GMEF learners and a facilitator wearing GMEF shirts.
Learning is stronger when girls know they belong.

More than a lesson

Confidence grows when girls learn, practise, and belong.

From maths circles and school materials to wellbeing activities and community events, GMEF creates a fuller learning experience around every girl.

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Purpose with accountability

Work that can be seen,
followed, and strengthened.

Our impact
Growing our evidence

GMEF will share clear, dated updates as its programmes grow.

Reports will document what was delivered, what learners experienced, and what the foundation will improve next.

How we share impact

A place for your contribution

Help more girls see themselves as capable mathematicians.

Bring time, teaching experience, learning resources, or a practical partnership to the work.

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