Educating women builds a better world
At Margaret McNamara Education Grants (MMEG) we believe in the power of one woman. Our goal is to find and support exceptional, driven women who, through their actions, will impact hundreds of others. In MMEG’s 40 years of existence we have awarded grants to 463 women from more than 75 developing countries all around the world. You can learn more about our recent grantees here.
Throughout 2021, we will celebrate our 40th year milestone with monthly events featuring grantee, volunteer and supporter participation. Don't forget, all events will be available to be viewed throughout the celebration year.
Please, send your messages and contributions to MMEG here or sending an e-mail to contact@mmeg.org.
MMEG 40TH YEAR PHOTO COMPETITION
Celebrating our 40th Anniversary MMEG is delighted to announce the first MMEG PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION - WOMEN BUILD A BETTER WORLD.
The competition is open to everyone and from any location.
CALENDAR AND UPCOMING EVENTS
MMEG 40TH YEAR EVENTS CALENDAR
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Sponsor a seat at MMEG’s virtual Anniversary Luncheon and help raise funds for new grantees!!
We would like to welcome you to our unique 40th Anniversary fundraiser.
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PAST EVENTS
If you missed the event, you can watch the recording clicking on the buttons below. Don’t forget to leave your comments and questions.
4) MMEG TALKS HEALTH (Apr 26) - MMEG Talks Health showcased two fantastic grantees: Dr. Saima Hirani and Zorina Noordien, who share their path in promoting mental health awareness. Focussing especially on women and its importance in every sphere, from community health to parenting. Introduced by Board Director, Vivian Familiar, moderated by Reiko Niimi, Board Director. Please enjoy the event; we welcome your comments and questions.
3) THE POWER OF ONE AT WORK (Mar 25) - Presentation curated by Priscilla Rachun Linn, Board Director and chair of the 40th Celebration Committee. The Power of One at Work presents six extraordinary MMEG grantees' work (Arundati, Patricia, Farina, Hannah, Ekawati and Shatha) to make the world a better place. Please enjoy the event; we welcome your comments and questions.
2) MMEG TALKS ENVIRONMENT (Feb 25) - MMEG Talks Environment showcased two MMEG grantees from Africa who have dedicated their careers to environmental sustainability. Easther Chigumira and Faith Chihumbiri, two extraordinary MMEG grantees discussed the intersection of gender and climate change as well as the impact of COVID-19 on their work. Introduced by MMEG Vice President Vesna de la Borde. Please enjoy the event; we welcome your comments and questions.
1) MMEG 40th ANNIVERSARY LAUNCH (Jan 25) - MMEG President, Madeleine de Kock, launches the celebration of MMEG's 40th anniversary, focusing on monthly events to showcase our exceptional grantees and to share well-wishes from our new and long-standing supporters. Please enjoy the event; we welcome your comments and questions.
