Exciting Beginnings: Big Wins, New Video and Fresh Updates

January 2025

A Note from?Our Leadership Team

Dear Friends of PND,?

We started 2025 with full hearts and excitement for all that’s ahead. As we look back on 2024, we are filled with gratitude for the extraordinary community we’ve built together.

Thanks to your incredible support, our year-end campaign broke all records, from funds raised to new supporters welcomed. It’s inspiring to see this growing network of people who believe in our mission.

We’ve got lots in store for this year—new programs, milestones, and stories to share—and we’re thrilled to kick things off with this first newsletter of 2025. We hope you enjoy it?and would love to hear your thoughts. Please reach out anytime,?we’d be delighted to connect with you!

Warmly,

Your PND Team

End-of-Year Giving: Our Most Successful Campaign Yet

Your support during our 2024 year-end campaign was nothing short of exceptional. Together, we exceeded our fundraising goals, empowering us to focus on scaling our impact and delivering program excellence. These resources will help us equip more women and girls with the tools they need to transform their lives.?

Thank you for being a vital part of this journey.

New?Video: Watch and Share Our Mission in Action

We’re thrilled to unveil our new two-minute brand video, a heartfelt glimpse into PND’s mission and the lives we impact. Created as part of our rebranding in honor of our 25th anniversary, this video captures the spirit of empowerment and transformation that defines our work.

We invite you to share this video to help inspire others and expand support for empowering women and girls! ??

New Team Member: Welcome Parl to PND

Parl Akakul recently?joined us as a Trainer. In her role, Parl will be leading our training and English programs, helping our students?gain valuable skills for their futures.?

Her passion for empowerment and growth aligns perfectly with our mission:

I truly believe in PND’s mission to empower women and young girls who lack opportunities. This matches my passion for helping others grow and improve their lives.?Joining an organization with such a powerful purpose not only brings fulfillment to my life but also helps me grow personally and professionally.

Parl brings a love for conversation and connection to her work. She shares, “I’m someone who enjoys talking, so working here has been incredibly rewarding. I’ve met and shared experiences with so many different people.”

She is eager to contribute and shares this message with her colleagues and supporters: “We share the same goal: to empower and support women and young girls. That’s why we take our work seriously. But when it’s time to relax, we enjoy the vibe! I’m so happy to be part of the team!”

Please join us in welcoming Parl to PND—we can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make!

Looking Ahead: New Website and Impact Snapshot

Exciting things are on the horizon! Our new website is launching soon, part of our rebranding efforts to better connect with our global supporters. It will offer an improved user experience, making it easier to learn about PND and get involved.

Additionally, stay tuned for a new impact analysis showcasing the long-term effects of the Better Me for Women program. These insights demonstrate the measurable, lasting change our programs bring to participants and their communities. We can’t wait to share these stories with you.

Thank you for being part of our story.

We are filled with gratitude for your continued support and partnership. Together, we’re empowering women and girls to build brighter futures.

As we embark on 2025, we invite you to stay connected:

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