Motivational quotes for girls: 15 quotes from our program participants
April 11, 2025
Words have the power to catalyze change.
At Room to Read, we envision a world free of illiteracy and inequality, where all children have room to read, learn and grow — creating lasting change. For more than 24 years, our Girls' Education Program has made this vision a reality by teaching adolescent girls around the world tangible life skills, supporting them as they build the tools needed to continue their education and live a life of their own choosing.
Read on for our top 15 motivational quotes for girls from students whose lives have been transformed through Room to Read’s gender equality programming. Their words have the power to inspire action and hope for a brighter future.
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"The audacity to dream and the unwavering encouragement of a social mobilizer from Room to Read fueled my belief that women are capable of achieving great things. I was inspired to pursue my ambitions relentlessly."
– Shrijana, Room to Read in Nepal
Discover Shrijana's inspiring story that led her to a peacekeeping mission in South Sudan — told in her own words.
"I had hope for the future, I am here today because I had hope."
– Devina, Room to Read in Tanzania
Find Devina's story in the e-book "She Creates Change," from Room to Read and Rebel Girls, featuring girls supported by Room to Read who have broken barriers and defied expectations.
"Sometimes all you can do is not give up!"
– Sapana, Room to Read in Nepal
Read Sapana's story in the e-book "She Creates Change," from Room to Read and Rebel Girls, featuring girls supported by Room to Read who have broken barriers and defied expectations.
"I hope girls who face situations similar to mine will be strong and confident and believe in themselves. Everything is possible when you pursue your education."
– Sinit, Room to Read in Cambodia
Dive into Sinit's story of resiliency and perseverance, and hear from her directly in her own powerful words.
"I am enough, and I refuse to be confined by outdated notions of masculinity. If I love sports, I shall pursue them with all my heart and soul."
– Sulochana, Room to Read in Nepal
Read Sulochana's motivational story of self-love and self-confidence.
"Never be afraid to speak up. When you see you can accomplish small goals, you slowly gain confidence."
– Shirin, Room to Read in Bangladesh
Read Shirin's story in the e-book "She Creates Change," from Room to Read and Rebel Girls, featuring girls supported by Room to Read who have broken barriers and defied expectations.
"Through life skills, I have learned to trust myself."
"Confidence does not come at once. It is a gradual process. By doing karate I learn to never give up, no matter my challenges."
– Yashika, Room to Read in India
"I am a girl who believes in and accepts herself."
"The Life Skills lessons inspired me to be brave in doing things I always wanted to. They gave me hope."
– Phimya, Room to Read in Laos
"I will not lose hope. I decided I was going to go all the way the day I received my running shoes!"
– Nikini, Room to Read in Sri Lanka
"If not for the voice of my own didi, my [Room to Read] mentor, echoing in my head, I would have given up on everything."
– Ambika, Room to Read in Nepal
"I have followed my dreams through Room to Read's life skills education sessions and all the support I received from my mentor."
– Joba, Room to Read in Bangladesh
"When I was 16-years-old, I wrote that my dream was to become a teacher. This dream is about to come true."
– Lounny, Room to Read in Laos
"I've become more confident, more curious and accepting of differences."
– Hien, Room to Read in Vietnam
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Each of these girls took part in Room to Read's gender equality programming. To bring the same confidence-building into your own classroom or group, try these girl empowerment activities, or read about empowering girls through life skills and education.
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Several of these quotes come from She Creates Change, a free e-book of stories from girls in Room to Read programs. Download your copy below, or sign up to get it by email along with occasional updates.
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Abigail Spangler, Associate Director, Room to Read's Girls’ Education Portfolio