Leadership Training for Girls in Underprivileged Areas
Empowering girls in underprivileged areas through leadership skill development is a vital strategy for combating inequality and poverty. This paper examines the challenges faced by girls in these regions — including economic, cultural, and educational barriers — and aims to propose evidence-based strategies for nurturing leadership potential within this group.
Research indicates that targeted educational programs, mentoring, and the presence of positive role models play a significant role in enhancing girls’ self-confidence and personal abilities. The findings suggest that investing in education and soft skills development can help girls from disadvantaged areas become future leaders of their communities. Ultimately, cultivating leadership skills among these girls not only benefits them individually but also contributes to sustainable development and breaking the cycle of poverty across society.
Keywords: Leadership, disadvantaged girls, empowerment, challenges, practical models, strategies, mentoring and local coaching, sustainable development, positive role models, social participation.