A new school year is underway for many countries around the world. It is a time filled with excitement, nervousness and hope.

But 60 million girls in developing nations worldwide are not in school. Denied education and access to resources, they are doomed to an endless cycle of poverty, with no chance to shape their own future.

There is hope though. Investing in a girl's education pays major dividends: educated women are healthier, earn more, and contribute to the prosperity of the whole community. That's why Join My Village supports programs in Malawi and India that offer girls more educational options, helping them create better lives for themselves and their families.

By giving these projects the support they need to grow and flourish, we can help prepare girls for a lifetime of opportunity.

Help empower girls in Malawi and India today. Pledge to support programs that send girls to school and help them build their own future of hope and prosperity!