Women and Girls in Science - Agents of Change

Everlyn Kase (left) and Carol Chisenga (right)

Friday is International Day of Women and Girls in Science, and we’re thrilled to support bright women in health sciences on their journey to becoming professional nurses!

Through the Professional Nurses Scholarship, HealthEd Connect is currently supporting nine students in their training to be capable health care workers with hearts for their communities. Some have been volunteer health workers before starting their nursing courses. Others were students at our sister schools in Zambia, and recent graduates of our GAP high school scholarship, like Everlyn and Carol (pictured above). Having strong, educated women in the scientific and healthcare industry is hugely important, as they become agents of change in accelerating gender equality and economic development. We are so grateful to the many supporters who make this scholarship possible, as these nursing students will uplift their communities and future patients alike!

To learn more about International Day of Women and Girls in Science, recognized by the United Nations, visit: https://www.un.org/en/observances/women-and-girls-in-science-day/