Protective Education for Girls in Mali

Background
The Protective Education for Girls in Mali is an initiative by USAID aimed at addressing the barriers faced by vulnerable learners, particularly girls, in the mining regions of Kayes and Bougouni.

The program's goal is to improve access to quality education and enhance teacher capacity while providing targeted support for girls aged 6-19 who have been marginalized due to their exposure to the mining industry. The program seeks to ensure that primary school-aged children complete their education with essential skills and competencies, even amid challenges such as violence and exploitation.

Work Details
The program will implement a comprehensive approach that includes:
- Accelerated learning programs to improve access and retention in schools, especially for girls.
- Professional development for teachers to enhance their well-being and instructional quality.
- Supportive services specifically designed for girls to foster their educational outcomes.
- Addressing reproductive health and hygiene barriers through improved water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities.
- Utilizing evidence-based strategies and best practices in education and teacher development.
- Establishing measurable objectives and indicators for assessing the success of interventions, along with a robust monitoring and evaluation plan.

Place of Performance
The geographic locations for this contract include the mining regions of Kayes and Bougouni in Mali.