The Road That Decides Her Future

Image by Ramatu Ada Ochekliye for Shades of Us

By Timothy Ojo

Tawiah's story below is a composite illustration, drawn from the common, well-documented experiences of rural girls across the region — not a single named individual.

Running With A Purpose 2017

We are excited to announce that we will be attending the second Running With a Purpose Conference organized by Save Our Women (SOW) Foundation in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria.

International Day for the Girl Child

Carefree Girls: What we aspire for every girl in the world.
Image: Unsplash.

Today, Shades of Us joins the world in commemorating the International Day for the Girl Child!

We believe every girl deserves the following;