Saama kairo Girls Platform

23/01/2026

The Saama Kairo Girls Platform, in partnership with The Girls Agenda, today held its first Youth Safe Space session for 2026, marking the official commencement of a six-month empowerment program aimed at strengthening girls’ voices and awareness.

The inaugural session focused on Gender-Based Violence (GBV), a critical issue affecting girls and young women. Participants engaged in open discussions and interactive exchanges designed to help them understand the different forms of GBV, its impact, and the importance of speaking up and seeking support.

The Youth Safe Space is an empowerment platform created to educate and equip girls with the knowledge, confidence, and skills needed to protect their rights and make informed decisions. Through this initiative, girls are encouraged to ask questions freely, share experiences, and learn in a supportive and judgment-free environment.

The program is scheduled to run for six months, with one session held every month, each addressing a unique and relevant topic tailored to the needs of girls and young women.

Both Saama Kairo Girls Platform and The Girls Agenda reaffirmed their commitment to creating safe spaces that promote awareness, resilience, and leadership among girls, while fostering a generation that is informed, confident, and empowered to challenge societal injustices.

23/01/2026

18/01/2026

The executive members of the Saama Kairo Girls Platform successfully conducted a Training of Trainers (TOT) on 17th January 2025 in preparation for their upcoming sanitary pads production training project.

The TOT aimed at equipping the executive members with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively train other beneficiaries during the implementation of the project. Key areas covered included pads production techniques, hygiene standards, and training facilitation approaches.

The activity marks an important milestone towards empowering girls and women through skills development, promoting menstrual hygiene management, and enhancing sustainability of the project. The platform remains committed to ensuring successful implementation of the upcoming training.

02/01/2026

Help Us Train 450 Girls in the West Coast Region

Saama Kairo Girl’s Platform is raising funds to train 450 girls to make and use reusable menstrual pads giving them dignity, confidence, and the power to stay in school.

No girl should miss class or feel ashamed because of her period. With your support, we can provide menstrual health education and lifelong pad-making skills that reduce costs, protect health, and restore confidence.

Every donation counts.
Please donate and share widely.

Donation Details:
Wave: 3387778
APS: 3387778
GTBank: 204-289838-1590
Account Name: Saama Kairo Girl’s Platform

Together, we can break period poverty and keep girls learning.

13/12/2025

Saamakairo Girls Platform Signs MoU with Girls Agenda

The Saamakairo Girls Platform on Thursday, 12th December 2025, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Girls Agenda, marking a significant step towards strengthening collaboration in advancing girls’ empowerment and development.

The MoU is centered on partnership, joint collaboration, capacity building, advocacy, and the implementation of programs aimed at promoting the rights, leadership, and wellbeing of girls and young women.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, representatives from both organizations described the agreement as a strategic partnership that will enhance coordinated efforts, share resources, and amplify impact in addressing issues affecting girls at community and national levels.

Both Saamakairo Girls Platform and Girls Agenda expressed commitment to working closely to implement initiatives that foster inclusion, empowerment, and sustainable development for girls.

The partnership is expected to create more opportunities for advocacy, mentorship, and collective action in promoting gender equality.

10/12/2025

As the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence concludes today, the Saama Kairo Girls Platform proudly reflects on two weeks of impactful community engagement and advocacy across various schools and communities. Throughout the campaign, the platform remained at the forefront of raising awareness on the urgent need to protect women and girls especially against the growing threat of digital violence.

From sensitization tours to open discussions with students, the Saama Kairo team empowered young girls with knowledge, encouraged boys to become allies, and amplified the global message:
“Unite to End Digital Violence Against Women and Girls.”

In every community visited, the platform emphasized online safety, respect, and responsible digital behavior, ensuring that the fight against GBV extends into the digital world where many young people interact daily.

As this year’s campaign comes to an end, the Saama Kairo Girls Platform reaffirms its commitment to continue advocating, educating, and standing with survivors. The work does not end here, it grows stronger.

Saama Kairo remains united and determined to create a safer Gambia for every woman and girl, online and offline.

10/12/2025

Saama Kairo Girls Platform Commemorates International Human Rights Day

The Saama Kairo Girls Platform proudly marks International Human Rights Day, a day to reflect on the importance of dignity, equality, and freedom for all. Today, we spotlight the rights of girls and young women, emphasizing education, empowerment, and the fight against discrimination.

Through advocacy, awareness campaigns, and community action, Saama Kairo Girls Platform is dedicated to ensuring that every girl’s voice is heard and respected. Together, we celebrate progress and renew our commitment to building a world where human rights are a reality for everyone.

02/12/2025

02/12/2025

Saama Kairo Girls Platform Engages Students of Jalamba School in Ongoing GBV Campaign

As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Saama Kairo Girls Platform continued its awareness efforts with an impactful outreach at Jalamba School today.

The engagement brought together students and teachers for an important discussion on the realities of Gender-Based Violence, its effects on young people, and the role everyone can play in prevention. The team educated students on recognizing abuse, speaking out safely, and supporting survivors, while also encouraging a culture of respect, protection, and equality within the school community.

This visit highlights the platform’s commitment to empowering young people with knowledge and confidence to challenge harmful practices and become advocates for change.

As the campaign moves forward, the Saama Kairo Girls Platform remains firm in its mission: raising awareness, protecting young lives, and standing united against all forms of Gender-Based Violence.

01/12/2025

Saama Kairo Girls Platform Intensifies GBV Awareness at Pirang Upper & Senior Secondary School

As part of the ongoing 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the Saama Kairo Girls Platform continued its outreach efforts with a meaningful engagement at Pirang Upper and Senior Secondary School.

The session brought together students, teachers, and youth advocates to discuss the realities of gender-based violence, its impact on young people, and the urgent need for collective action. Through open dialogue, awareness messages, and empowerment conversations, the team encouraged students to speak out against abuse, support survivors, and help create safer spaces within their communities and schools.

The visit forms part of the platform’s commitment to educating and empowering the next generation, giving young people the knowledge and confidence to challenge harmful norms and promote equality.

As the campaign continues, the Saama Kairo Girls Platform reaffirms its dedication to standing with girls, protecting their rights, and strengthening the fight against gender-based violence in every corner of our society.

26/11/2025

In a world where silence protects the abuser, we choose to raise our voices.

The Saama Kairo Girls Platform stands with survivors, speaks truth to power, and fights for a future free from gender-based violence.
This documentary is not just a story, it’s a call to action. ✊🧡

26/11/2025

As part of the global commemoration of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Saama Kairo Girls Platform joins millions around the world to raise our voices, stand our ground, and reaffirm our commitment to protecting the rights, dignity, and dreams of women and girls.

This year’s theme, “Unite to End Violence Against Women and Girls,” reminds us that ending GBV is not the responsibility of one person or one organisation, it is a collective duty. Every action, every voice, every intervention counts.

At Saama Kairo, we believe that strong girls build a brighter future, and that future cannot exist in a world where violence and discrimination continue to hold women and girls back. We call on communities, leaders, youth, and partners to stand with us. Let us unite to create safer spaces, amplify survivor voices, challenge harmful norms, and champion lasting change.

Together, we can build a society where every girl grows up free from fear, free from harm, and free to shine.

End violence. Empower girls. Strengthen our future.