Project Vehivavy Matanjaka

“When the history of African development is written,

it will be clear that a turning point involved the empowerment of women."¹

Our Project

Vehivavy matanjaka (pronounced vey-vah-vee mah-tahn-zah-kah) means “powerful women” in Malagasy (the native language of Madagascar). Project Vehivavy Matanjaka (PVM) is a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing poverty and promoting development in Madagascar by empowering underprivileged girls and women through education.

Meet Our Girls

Iavy

Iavy (pronounced Yah-vee) is 19 years old and currently in 11^th grade. Iavy first came to us in 2007 seeking assistance with school fees. Her devotion to her studies is largely responsible for the creation of PVM.

Make a Donation

The power of women is one of the world’s most underutilized resources. With an education and the right opportunities, women have the power to achieve anything.

Your investment in a girl’s education might just be the most profitable investment you ever make.

¹Quote by Bill Foege in Half the Sky: Kristof, N. D., & WuDunn, S. (2009). Half the Sky: Turning oppression into opportunity for women worldwide. New York: Alfred A. Knopf.