Why Malawi
Malawi is the 4th poorest country in the world with a 67% female literacy rate.
38.1% of girls ages 12-19 report being coerced into their first sexual encounter. Often with an older man wearing a mask in a now illegal but still present ritual. I Demand Access supports Othakarhaka who removes and helps prevent children from being exploited.
42% of girls are married by age 18. These girls are then expected to drop out of school to begin a family and take care of the household. I Demand Access supports Othakarhaka who helps girls break free of these forced marriages and gives the girls opportunity for education