We believe Mali's kids can change the world for the better...but we also believe kids right here in the U.S. can do the same. That's why we have two great ways for high school students to get involved and make a difference…
Announcing the First Ever Speech Up! Video Contest
At Mali Rising, we think young people have the ideas and energy needed to change the world. But all too often, these voices are discounted and ignored. That’s why the Speech Up! contest exists — to give young people a forum to share their ideas for real change that will matter to other young people globally.
Less Than A Month 'Til the Youth Ambassador Deadline
Are You A Curious High School Student Looking to Make a Difference?
Inspiration Scholarships Changing Lives
Students who receive Mali Rising Inspiration Scholarships tell many stories about the impact on their lives. From 2016 until today, more than 50 girls and boys have been able to study thanks to these scholarships.
After 9th grade in Mali, the government chooses the course of study for most students, including our graduates. However, the government does not ever direct any student with to a health school such as a nursing program directly after 9th grade, although these schools privately admit students at this level. According to our students who study in the field of health, only students sponsored by Mali Rising’s Inspiration Scholarships have the chance to continue their studies in health after graduating middle school.
Become a Youth Ambassador -- Deadline September 30
Winners of 2020 Make the Case for Caring Contest!
An Inspiration Scholar With Skills in Livestock Breeding, Hair Styles, & Soccer...
As the school year ends, our Field Director Alou is checking in with our Inspiration Scholarship students to see how they are progressing. Inspiration Scholars are outstanding Mali Rising graduates who receive scholarships to continue their education at high school or in vocational programs. Alou spoke with one Scholar, Cheick Oumar Samake, who shared what his first year at agricultural school has been like.
Mariama Studies Hard at Health School
Here’s a first person story from one of our current Inspiration Scholars, Mariama, who is studying nursing with the help of her scholarship: My name is Mariama Konaté, I am 17 years old, I am currently a nursing student at the Benso School of Health in Sanankoroba . I have to do 6 months of classroom training and 6 months of practical training.
