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About Barefoot College International

In 98 countries in the Global South, our grassroots initiatives provide educational and livelihood opportunities for the least served communities. Our programs help drive economic and social mobility and have benefitted more than 7 million people.

Solar

Women are trained to become solar engineers and to electrify their villages. 


ENRICH

Empowering people through transformative life skills training.

Livelihoods

Training for micro-enterprise activities to foster financial independence. 


Our Vision

Barefoot College International forges a first-of-its-kind, women-centered, global network dedicated to sustainable development for marginalized rural communities.

Our Mission

We aspire to ensure that every woman and girl has the skills and knowledge she needs to be a catalyst for change to the benefit of herself, her family and her entire community.

Global Awareness, Local Impact

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Powering Up Solar Impact In Africa

Powering Up Solar Impact In Africa

An increase in solar electrification results in a 90% decrease in the use of fossil fuels, 70% decrease in illness; a 30% increase in educational attainment, and 50% increase in household income.

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