The Global Girls Development Foundation (GGDF) is dedicated to fostering a community where young women can thrive, explore, and succeed in fields where they have historically been underrepresented. GGDF is grounded in values that reflect our commitment to empowerment, equity, collaboration, and the holistic support of every girl’s professional and personal growth.
Our work is inspired by the belief that every girl deserves access to opportunities that foster her growth, amplify her strengths, and allow her to realize her potential fully. This belief includes addressing the emotional and psychological challenges that often accompany working in male-dominated industries. By integrating mental health support into our values and programs, we provide young women with tools to build resilience, manage stress, and navigate their unique journeys with confidence and well-being.
Our core values are the foundation of everything we do, guiding our mission, shaping our programs, and inspiring our interactions with each participant, partner, and supporter. These values are vital to building a future where every girl has the tools, opportunities, and emotional support she needs to reach her full potential.
Our Core Values Are
Empowerment
GGDF is committed to creating empowering spaces where young women can build confidence, embrace challenges, and take ownership of their futures. We provide resources, guidance, and mental health support, we help girls see their potential and encourage them to lead fearlessly in areas traditionally dominated by men.
Inclusivity
We champion diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and supports girls from all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. We celebrate the unique experiences each girl brings to GGDF and are committed to making our programs accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic background or location.
Integrity
Integrity is at the heart of our work. GGDF upholds the highest honesty, transparency, and accountability standards in every action and decision. We are dedicated to building trust within our community, ensuring that our mission and operations are carried out with authenticity and responsibility.
Innovation
GGDF believes in fostering innovation and encouraging young women to think creatively, solve problems, and lead with originality. Our programs are designed to equip girls with the skills to navigate and contribute to rapidly evolving fields like motorsports, automotive engineering, and beyond.
Collaboration
We understand that meaningful change is often achieved through teamwork. GGDF values partnerships and actively seeks collaborations with individuals, organizations, wellness and health institutions, and communities that share our vision. By working together, we amplify our collective impact and open doors to new opportunities for young women.
Resilience
GGDF nurtures resilience by helping young women develop the strength and adaptability to face life’s challenges. Our programs include mental health workshops, counseling, and peer networks to ensure that participants are equipped with the tools to manage stress, overcome obstacles, and thrive in male-dominated industries.
Growth
We are dedicated to the lifelong journey of learning and We are dedicated to the lifelong journey of learning and self-improvement. GGDF’s programs inspire continuous growth, providing experiences and resources that allow each girl to expand her knowledge, skills, and self-awareness, both professionally and personally.
Impact
Our mission goes beyond individual achievements; we aim to make a lasting impact on industries, communities, and future generations. GGDF’s work is driven by a commitment to meaningful, positive change that uplifts young women and advances gender equity in technical fields.
Accountability
We take responsibility for our actions, striving to maintain an organization that is reliable, ethical, and responsive to the needs of our community. Accountability is essential to building trust, and GGDF is dedicated to upholding this standard in all aspects of our work.
Compassion
At GGDF, we approach our mission with compassion, empathy, and understanding. We foster a supportive and encouraging environment where girls feel safe to explore, grow, and connect. Our compassionate approach includes providing mental health support, creating a nurturing and motivating community, and helping each girl feel valued and inspired.
These ten core values encapsulate GGDF’s commitment to creating a future where every girl has the confidence, support, and resources to succeed.
We are fearlessly working to build a world where young women are empowered to break barriers, lead with resilience, and inspire change in the industries and communities they touch.
GGDF is proud to stand by these values as we work to uplift the next generation of women leaders, innovators, and trailblazers.
