Protection - "Guardian Girls" – Self Protection for Women & Girls

About Guardian Girls

Introduction
Founded in 2019, Guardian Girls International (GGI) is a global organization dedicated to:

• Gender Equality
• Ending Violence against Women & Girls
• Sports, Advocacy, Education & Community Engagement

We empower women and girls to:

• Build knowledge & confidence
• Strengthen resilience & leadership
• Protect themselves & their communities
• Improve mental & physical well-being

By 2025, GGI has worked in 17+ countries with UN agencies, governments, NGOs, sports organizations & community leaders – impacting thousands of lives.

Vision

A world without violence against women and girls.

Mission

To advance gender equality and end violence through:

• Sports
• Advocacy
• Education
• Community

Goal

End violence against women & adolescent girls.

Emblem

• Wings: Love, peace, protection & freedom
• Shield: Safety & defense
• Sword: Respect & honor
• GG: Guardian Girls

Gender-Based Violence

• One of the most widespread human rights violations worldwide.
• Women & girls are the most affected.
• 1 in 3 women will experience physical or sexual abuse in her lifetime.
• GBV destroys dignity, security, health & autonomy.
• Still too often hidden in silence.