Delhi, November 25, 2024: Milaan Foundation’s Girl Icon Program has been included in the HundrED Global Collection 2025, recognized for its impact on empowering adolescent girls and building equitable futures. The program was honored during the HundrED Innovation Summit held at Helsinki City Hall, Finland, on November 14, 2024, as one of the top 100 global education innovations.
The Girl Icon Program equips adolescent girls from low-income communities with education, mentorship, and leadership training, empowering them to lead change in their communities. To date, the program has impacted over 100,000 girls and reached an additional 1 million community members across India.
“This recognition is a testament to the dedication and vision of our team and our ongoing efforts to empower adolescent girls to become leaders,” said Rati Misra, Executive Director of Milaan Foundation. “The program has enabled girls to challenge societal norms and shape their futures, bringing about change in their communities.”
Dhirendra Pratap Singh, Co-founder & CEO of Milaan Foundation, added, “This honor highlights the importance of investing in young girls as changemakers, enabling them to lead with confidence and drive lasting change.”
The HundrED recognition furthers the program’s mission to ensure every girl has access to quality education and the opportunity to reach her full potential.
