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We are a multicultural civil society organization with a deep commitment to the poorest who consider work in the communities promoting a horizontal relationship as the basis of their methodology. We work with organized structures, promoters and promoters, boys and girls, leaders, women and the general population of popular, indigenous and peasant communities. We provide knowledge and tools necessary for the construction of their human, integral and sustainable development for the protection and defense of their human rights and their natural assets.

Mission To encourage girls of any age of any background to consider and pursue math and science-related studies and careers by introducing them to the world of science in fun and exciting ways Objectives To increase the number of women in math and science occupations (science, math, engineering & technology = STEM) To create a network of girls so that they meet one another and form future friendships that will encourage them to reach their potential To create a link between girls and real scientists and mathematicians so they can explore dreams and possibilities for the future To provide an outlet for professionals, with particular emphasis on females in math, science and technology fields, to work together, meet one another and contribute to this worthy mission To booster self-confidence of girls and women, especially those who may not have positive influences or economic advantages Vision We envision a balanced world where girls from any nation, any background and of any age know they have the possibility and choice to enter the world of math, science and technology and to realise that their future is full of possibilities

SURVIVOR'S HOPE PROGRAMS: SARAH provides trained support workers (24/7) who offer crisis support to survivors and secondary victims of sexual assault. Our workers provide individual support, information sharing, referrals, and follow-up contacts. Emergency contact with SARAH is usually made through the RCMP or the Emergency department at our local hospitals. SADI helps youth develop healthy relationships, avoid potential violence, and understand the factors that contribute to abuse. Our school-age (Grades 6, 8, 10 and 12) workshops address the issues of sexual violence and relationship abuse, as well as topics which cover the aspects of a healthy self image and healthy relationships. The ultimate goal of the SADI program is to help keep students safe. REACHING OUT builds on the SADI and SARAH programs. We are reaching out to women to improve access to resources that will help them identify abuse, seek support and break the sense of isolation rural women often experience.

Our mission is to safeguard the lives and livelihoods of men, women and children residing in areas contaminated with landmines and unexploded ordnance, through the development of innovative and practical materials and technologies designed to combat these life threatening munitions.We fulfill this mission guided by the core values of innovation, forethought, partnership, appropriateness, impact and affordability. Our vision is of a world one step closer to peace and prosperity where mankind lives in an environment free of explosive remnants of war.

Founded on a core commitment to the ideals of service and engagement, our work centres on the themes of Education, Conservation, Women's Initiatives, Economic Opportunities, Multimedia & Digital Technology and Social Entrepreneurship. Through these initiatives, our goal is to establish a portal for developing new partnerships and synergies that can help create alternative pathways toward a strong, healthy and more sustainable future on the Tibetan Plateau. To read more about our work, please visit: www.machik.org.

The High Atlas Foundation is a Moroccan association and a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2000 by former Peace Corps Volunteers committed to furthering sustainable development. HAF supports Moroccan communities to take action in implementing human development initiatives. It promotes sustainable organic agriculture, women’s empowerment, youth development, education, health, and capacity building. Since 2011, HAF has maintained Consultancy Status at the United Nations Economic and Social Council.

Our mission is to support children and adults to develop deeper relationships with nature, self, and community through long-term nature connection mentoring and community-based wilderness rites of passage. Our vision is to help raise young people who are ready to meet life's challenges and be of service in the world: youth who have a positive sense of themselves as young women and men; who know what their gifts are; feel deeply connected with nature; have strong community support; and are full of resilience and vitality.

Concordia fosters a dynamic intellectual environment... …marked by students engaged in learning both inside and outside the classroom, by faculty dedicated to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and professional achievement, and by a rich blend of rigorous undergraduate programs. Concordia delivers a distinctive education… …That integrates fields of study, connects theory to practice, combines liberal with professional education, and promotes interaction between campus life and classroom learning in order to form men and women who will flourish in an increasing diverse and interconnected world.

LifeLight members are Christian men and women who have experienced God's love and forgiveness. We are an organized group of committed believers taking the gospel to the world, starting in our own back yard. LifeLighters are united in sharing God's Word in the living languages of each nationality at home and abroad. LifeLighters place Scriptures and Scripture portions in schools, hotels, motels, prisons, universities, hospitals, libraries, and other places where the public will pick up and read God's Word.

Our programs and activities are currently focused in the eastern rural areas of Nepal. The beneficiaries of our programs are ultimately the home communities and villages of the young women and girls we support. Our immediate work is to help girls break the cycle of poverty through improved access to education. Our approach is based on helping a select few motivated individuals who show promise and are enthusiastic about being leaders within their community – that is, we seek to leverage the talents of a few who will inspire action in many.

The Institute of Cultural Affairs International (ICA International) is a global, non-governmental organisation with member offices in thirty countries. Officially founded in 1977, following early pioneering work through the 1960s, the ICA creates and implements community development and training programs, and engages in policy research and development. Included in ICA activities are sustainable development projects, education programs and educational research, youth and women’s programs, health initiatives, group facilitation courses, leadership training, and international policy formation dialogues and conferences.

CTF was born from the idea that the world would be a better place if we were all given the opportunity to give back. Established by a group of water women, we feel it is our calling to help others by teaming up with local organizations globally to raise awareness and address social, environmental, health and safety concerns in the places we visit. We aim to bridge the gap between the traveler and our projects enabling travelers to add a life-changing experience to their journeys and add purpose to travel.