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In Tanzania, we unlock girls' and young women's potential—equipping them with the tools and information they need to overcome life's challenges, stay in school, get vaccinated, and pursue their economic dreams.

Collaborative partnerships power our impact

TANZANIA

OUR IMPACT

57M

people reached in 2024

460K

girls vaccinated with the single-dose HPV vaccine, supported by our efforts as a key partner to the Ministry of Health in Tanzania

9.5K

children under 5 vaccinated with routine immunizations, supported by our efforts as a key partner to the Ministry of Health in Tanzania

2K

girls between ages 9 and 14 vaccinated against HPV, 90% of whom are out of school, supported by our efforts as a key partner to the Ministry of Health in Tanzania

288 peer learning groups developed, engaging 4.7K people in community discussions on early childhood development and nutrition

9%

more consumers report accessing a health service in the last 6 months than non-consumers

12%

more consumers report speaking about curiosities and concerns about “mabadiliko ya mwili” (bodily changes) than non-consumers

95%

of people who engage with our content are aware of early childhood development and maternal health services and know where to access them

7.5 MILLION
TANZANIAN
GIRLS FACE
IMPOSSIBLE ODDS

→ 71% don't receive secondary education.

→ 1 in 3 girls are married before the age of 18.

→ 70% are not using contraception, leading to high rates of teen pregnancy, with 1 in 4 girls giving birth before 19.

→ Nearly 9 out of 10 girls live in poverty.

OUR FOCUS AREAS

1 Improving Adolescent Health

2 Supporting Adolescent Education

3 Enabling Adolescent Livelihoods

Investing in Tanzanian girls now means shaping a future where everyone can thrive.

We improve knowledge and access to services across:

→ Early Childhood Development & Nurturing Care

→ Economic Empowerment

→ Immunization

→ Sexual and Reproductive Health

→ Cervical Cancer Prevention

“Before the project, I used to disregard the issue of vaccination. I didn’t know it was important and I used to think a child could just grow without it, but now I understand the importance of vaccination.”

- Mother

Shinyanga Region

A SNAPSHOT OF OUR WORK

1. / 4

Making Life-Saving Vaccines More Accessible

Primary Outcomes

→Routine Vaccination

We mobilize parents and caregivers to ensure children under two receive timely vaccinations, reaching families in the most remote communities.

2. / 4

Taking Action Against Cervical Cancer

Primary Outcomes

→HPV Vaccination

We're making HPV vaccines accessible to adolescent girls and young women, working hand-in-hand with communities to create lasting health impact.

3. / 4

Encouraging Responsive Caregiving Among Adolescent Parents

Primary Outcomes

→Early Childhood Development

We're supporting young parents and caregivers to understand and practice responsive caregiving for their children.

4. / 4

Empowering Health Workers Through Innovation

Primary Outcomes

→Routine Vaccination
→Health Systems

Champions, a mobile app, connects health workers in Tanzania with the tools they need to create positive change. The app works offline in multiple languages and enables health workers to lead meaningful community discussions, share accurate information, and gather vital health data.

TUJIBEBE: Rising Together to Empower Tanzania's Youth

Tujibebe—Swahili for “let's lift ourselves up, together"—inspires young Tanzanians to build brighter futures. Through interactive audio stories and radio dramas to community events and digital clubs, this movement meets young people online and on the ground. Tujibebe addresses real challenges young people face daily and inspires, entertains, and equips them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to navigate adolescence – from finishing their education or setting up a small business, to accessing a health service.

“From digital platforms to on-the-ground programming, we connect young Tanzanians with the resources they need to overcome barriers, see themselves differently, and unleash their full potential. We're empowering them to shape their own futures.”

— DR. RITA MBEBA

COUNTRY DIRECTOR, TANZANIA

YOUNG PEOPLE ARE AT THE HEART OF ALL WE DO

Together, we design, create, and evaluate initiatives that amplify youth voices, challenge gender norms, and create impact across health, education, and economic livelihoods.

Our meaningful youth engagement happens through three key approaches: Youth Advisory Panels, Youth Creator Networks, and Young Professionals.

PARTNER WITH US

Ready to explore opportunities to unlock the power of girls in Tanzania?

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In Tanzania, we unlock girls' and young women's potential—equipping them with the tools and information they need to overcome life's challenges, stay in school, get vaccinated, and pursue their economic dreams.

Collaborative partnerships power our impact

TANZANIA

OUR IMPACT

57M

people reached in 2024

460K

girls vaccinated with the single-dose HPV vaccine, supported by our efforts as a key partner to the Ministry of Health in Tanzania

9.5K

children under 5 vaccinated with routine immunizations, supported by our efforts as a key partner to the Ministry of Health in Tanzania

2K

girls between ages 9 and 14 vaccinated against HPV, 90% of whom are out of school, supported by our efforts as a key partner to the Ministry of Health in Tanzania

288

peer learning groups developed, engaging 4.7K people in community discussions on early childhood development and nutrition

9%

more consumers report accessing a health service in the last 6 months than non-consumers

12%

more consumers report speaking about curiosities and concerns about “mabadiliko ya mwili” (bodily changes) than non-consumers

95%

of people who engage with our content are aware of early childhood development and maternal health services and know where to access them

7.5 MILLION TANZANIAN GIRLS FACE IMPOSSIBLE ODDS

→ 71% don't receive secondary education.

→ 1 in 3 girls are married before the age of 18.

→ 70% are not using contraception, leading to high rates of teen pregnancy, with 1 in 4 girls giving birth before 19.

→ Nearly 9 out of 10 girls live in poverty.

OUR FOCUS AREAS

1

Improving Adolescent Health

2

Supporting Adolescent Education

3

Enabling Adolescent Livelihoods

Investing in Tanzanian girls now means shaping a future where everyone can thrive.

We improve knowledge and access to services across:

→ Early Childhood Development & Nurturing Care

→ Economic Empowerment

→ Immunization

→ Sexual and Reproductive Health

→ Cervical Cancer Prevention

“Before the project, I used to disregard the issue of vaccination. I didn’t know it was important and I used to think a child could just grow without it, but now I understand the importance of vaccination.”

- Mother

Shinyanga Region

A SNAPSHOT OF OUR WORK

1. / 4

Making Life-Saving Vaccines More Accessible

Primary Outcomes

2. / 4

Taking Action Against Cervical Cancer

Primary Outcomes

3. / 4

Encouraging Responsive Caregiving Among Adolescent Parents

Primary Outcomes

4. / 4

Empowering Health Workers Through Innovation

Primary Outcomes

TUJIBEBE: Rising Together to Empower Tanzania's Youth

“From digital platforms to on-the-ground programming, we connect young Tanzanians with the resources they need to overcome barriers, see themselves differently, and unleash their full potential. We're empowering them to shape their own futures.”

— DR. RITA MBEBA

COUNTRY DIRECTOR, TANZANIA

YOUNG PEOPLE ARE AT THE HEART OF ALL WE DO

Together, we design, create, and evaluate initiatives that amplify youth voices, challenge gender norms, and create impact across health, education, and economic livelihoods.

Our meaningful youth engagement happens through three key approaches: Youth Advisory Panels, Youth Creator Networks, and Young Professionals.

PARTNER WITH US

Ready to explore opportunities to unlock the power of girls in Tanzania?

7.5 MILLION
TANZANIAN
GIRLS FACE
IMPOSSIBLE ODDS

→ 70% are not using contraception, leading to high rates of teen pregnancy, with 1 in 4 girls giving birth before 19.

Supporting Adolescent Education

Enabling Adolescent Livelihoods

We improve knowledge and access to services across:

“Before the project, I used to disregard the issue of vaccination. I didn’t know it was important and I used to think a child could just grow without it, but now I understand the importance of vaccination.”

Making Life-Saving Vaccines More Accessible

Taking Action Against Cervical Cancer

Encouraging Responsive Caregiving Among Adolescent Parents

TUJIBEBE: Rising Together to Empower Tanzania's Youth

YOUNG PEOPLE ARE AT THE HEART OF ALL WE DO

Together, we design, create, and evaluate initiatives that amplify youth voices, challenge gender norms, and create impact across health, education, and economic livelihoods.

Our meaningful youth engagement happens through three key approaches: Youth Advisory Panels, Youth Creator Networks, and Young Professionals.

Ready to explore opportunities to unlock the power of girls in Tanzania?