FREELY IN HOPE EQUIPS SURVIVORS & ADVOCATES TO LEAD IN ENDING THE CYCLE OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE IN KENYA & ZAMBIA
Until there is no victim of sexual violence
Freely in Hope equips survivors and advocates to lead in ending the cycle of sexual violence
We believe survivors have the potential to become powerful leaders in their communities.
Access to education has the potential to prevent sexual abuse and re-abuse.
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High school and university scholarships for young women affected by sexual violence.
100%
FIH University Scholars graduate and find employment
We fund educational opportunities for young women affected by sexual violence. Our scholars are high school and university students passionate about using their education and careers to end sexual violence.
92%
of our High School Scholars graduate where the national average is 22% in Kenya and 6% in Zambia.
Our survivor-leaders are catalysts of change and role models for others
431
Leaders trained to educate communities on sexual violence prevention.
Our scholars advocate for justice by sharing their stories.
10k+
people impacted through our programs including students, women in prostitution, survivors of trafficking, parents, educators, and children.
Why Join the Hope Circle?
Imagine that you’re a part of a global community encircling each and every scholar in Freely in Hope’s program. Through your support, they are given opportunities to thrive in their education and leadership journey.
Christelle – Donor Feature
Being a survivor myself, I know how important it is to feel understood. Survivors need to be supported in the healing process and not left alone to fight the trauma. While dealing with PTSD, I found that allyship healed and empowered me.
Bubble Tea Run 2021
Eighty-five supporters of FIH recently completed a 5k run fundraiser, where they were rewarded with boba at the finish line. This year, the Bubble Tea Run was organized by Katey Lau, a high school student in San Francisco.
