When Girls Support Girls, Entire Communities Rise.
GSG (Girls Support Girls) is an empowering initiative dedicated to creating safe, beautiful spaces for young women in The Gambia to gather, learn, and grow together. More than an organization — a movement rooted in the belief that empowered women empower each other.
A Movement Rooted in Sisterhood
GSG (Girls Support Girls) is an empowering initiative dedicated to creating safe, beautiful spaces for young women in The Gambia to gather, learn, and grow together. We believe that when women support each other, entire communities rise.
Founded in 2026 with a vision to bring girls together through dining, fashion, learning, and sisterhood, GSG is more than just an organization, it is a movement rooted in the belief that empowered women empower each other.
The Women Behind the Movement
A sisterhood of leaders, mentors, and changemakers working to empower young women across The Gambia.
Aminata Jawara
Programs Lead
Leads our mentorship sessions and workshops, shaping curriculum that builds confidence, financial literacy, and digital skills for members.
Fatoumatta Ceesay
Health & Wellness Coordinator
Coordinates health screenings and wellness education in partnership with national and international health institutions.
Binta Jallow
Community & Partnerships
Builds strategic partnerships with local businesses, government agencies, and organizations to expand opportunities for our members.
“To create safe havens where girls and women can express themselves, learn from each other, and build the confidence to become leaders in their communities.”
Safe Spaces
Judgement-free environments where women feel heard and valued
Modern Learning
Practical skills in personal branding, financial literacy, digital skills, and confidence-building
Health & Wellness
Access to health screenings, education on women's health issues, and holistic wellbeing support
Sisterhood
Genuine connections that foster lifelong support networks
What We Stand For
Sisterhood
We believe in lifting each other up no competition, just collaboration
Progress
We are committed to growth, learning, and continuous improvement
Dignity
Every woman deserves to be treated with respect and honor
Empowerment
We equip women with the tools they need to succeed on their own terms
Inclusivity
All women are welcome, regardless of background or circumstance
Where sisterhood meets progress.
What We Offer
Mentorship Sessions
Regular gatherings where members gather to learn, dine, and connect on topics including:
- Personal branding and confidence-building
- Financial literacy and money management
- Digital skills for the modern world
- Communication and networking
- Mental health and emotional wellbeing
Women Health & Wellness
We partner with national and international health institutions to provide:
- Free health screenings (cervical, breast, and reproductive health)
- Health education sessions on nutrition, maternal health, and hygiene
- Access to medical resources and referrals
- A sanitary zone for menstrual health support
Networking & Community
GSG members benefit from:
- A supportive WhatsApp community of like-minded women
- Opportunities to connect with inspiring speakers and mentors
- Access to exclusive events and workshops
Women Business Promotion
GSG members also benefit from:
- Business promotion through the GSG platform
- Trade fair for girls to display, market and sell their products
What We've Been Up To
Community outreach, events, workshops, and initiatives — the moments where sisterhood becomes progress.
Community Outreach Launch
GSG volunteers gathered young women across Kanifing for our first community outreach — sharing resources, stories, and sisterhood.
Learn More
Mentorship & Wellness Workshop
A hands-on workshop covering personal branding, financial literacy, and holistic wellbeing for our members.
Learn MoreWomen's Health Awareness Campaign
Raising awareness on women's health issues with free screenings and education sessions in partnership with health institutions.
Learn MoreBuilt for Every Woman
We are organized into two age groups to ensure relevant and age-appropriate programming — Age 15 - 35, with a focus on personal development, confidence, career exploration, leadership, financial independence, and legacy-building.
A friendly note
Note: For now, we are not focusing on the age segmentation — we are just trying to bring all girls together.
Join the Sisterhood
Premium Membership
Permanent status, includes your GSG member ID.
Session Fees
Covers food and refreshments for each gathering.
What's Coming Up
GSG Meet & Greet
First gathering with key speakers and networking.
Mentorship Session 1
Session topics, speakers, educational content.
Health Screening Day
Free screenings in partnership with health institutions.
Building Strategic Partnerships
GSG seeks to build strategic partnerships with: Health Institutions, Local Businesses (cafes, salons, and boutiques supporting women's empowerment), Government Agencies, and International Organizations.
We are currently looking for partnerships with:
BAFROW
Women's reproductive health and fistula treatment
UNFPA
Sexual and reproductive health and youth programs
PF Initiative
Cancer screening and health outreach
Africmed & UniGaMSA
Clinical health screenings
Listed organizations are partners we are seeking to collaborate with.
There's a Place for You
Members
Join our sisterhood and grow with us
Sponsors
Partner with us to empower women
Speakers
Share your expertise with our members
Health Partners
Provide screenings and health education
Volunteers
Support our events and programs
Come as you are — leave as a leader.
How GSG Sustains Itself
Our income comes from Donations membership fees, session fees, merchandise sales, partnerships and other incentives we might come up with to help raise funds, and the money is used for girls' initiatives again.
What Our Sisters Say
Real words from the women who make GSG what it is. Your story could be next — share your experience and help others find their sisterhood.
"GSG gave me a safe space to be myself and learn. I came in shy and left with confidence, friends, and real skills."
Awa J.
Member · Kanifing
"The mentorship sessions changed how I see myself. I finally understand financial literacy and personal branding."
Fatou D.
Member · Kairaba Avenue
"Being part of GSG is being part of a sisterhood. We lift each other up — it's genuine, not performative."
Binta S.
Volunteer
Join the Movement!
Where sisterhood meets progress. Come as you are — leave as a leader.