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Safeena Husain, founder of the non-profit organization Educate Girls, was honored with the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2023, often regarded as Asia’s highest recognition. She received this award for her remarkable efforts in advancing girls’ education in rural and underserved communities across India.

Established in 2007, Educate Girls works to enroll out-of-school girls and improve learning outcomes in government schools. The organization collaborates closely with state governments and local communities, training volunteers to identify girls who have either dropped out or never had the opportunity to attend school. Over the years, the initiative has helped bring more than 2 million girls into the education system, opening doors to brighter futures.

Safeena Husain’s mission extends beyond enrollment. Her foundation also focuses on strengthening basic literacy and numeracy skills, promoting gender equality, and building sustained community support for girls’ education. Through an innovative, community-driven approach, her leadership has created measurable impact in some of India’s most educationally disadvantaged regions.

The Ramon Magsaysay Award acknowledged her dedication, vision, and unwavering commitment to ensuring that every girl has access to quality education — making it a proud and inspiring milestone for India.

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