Global Connections

At Treasure Coast Girls Coalition, we believe that local leadership fuels global change. As a community-rooted nonprofit committed to equity, education, and empowerment, TCGC proudly aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — a global framework for a better, more just future.

We are especially committed to SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

Red background with white icon of an open book and a pencil, along with large text reading '4 QUALITY EDUCATION'.
Red background with white text displaying the number 5 and the words "GENDER EQUALITY." A gender symbol combines male and female symbols in white.
A graphic with the number 17 and the text "Partnerships for the Goals" on a dark blue background, featuring a white interconnected circular pattern.

SDG 4: Quality Education

At TCGC, we believe that quality education is the foundation for a better future. Our programs are designed to provide girls with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

SDG 5: Gender Equality

Empowering girls is at the heart of what we do. We strive to create an environment where every girl feels valued, heard, and equipped to lead.

SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Collaboration is key to our success. By partnering with organizations locally and globally, like Grace's initiative in Africa, we amplify our impact and work towards shared goals.

Florida & Rwanda

Peer Network Connection

  • A group of smiling school girls and their teacher pose outdoors holding supplies and standing in front of a brick building with lush green trees behind them.

    Grace Girls Coalition

    In 2024, our Founder connected with Grace Girls Coalition (GGC), a grassroots initiative in Rwanda that empowers young women through education and skill-building. While TCGC does not operate programs in Rwanda, we celebrate GGC’s efforts and maintain an informal peer-support relationship. Our role is limited to encouragement, sharing knowledge, and advisory input as fellow leaders working toward a brighter future for girls. 

    Visit them!

In July 2025, Shala Edwards spent time in Rwanda with Grace Girls Coalition, capturing moments of connection, culture, and sisterhood.

Four women in a classroom, three of them are handing out supplies and the woman on the left is smiling and talking, the blackboard behind has writing on it.
A group of young girls and women posing inside a classroom, with a brick wall and a blackboard behind them, many of the girls wearing blue uniforms and smiling.
A group of students and a woman in a white dress standing in front of a school gate with a sign that reads 'Welcome to CEB Mimuli Tvet School.' The students and woman are smiling and making peace signs.

In July 2026, Grace Uwingabire spent time in Florida with TCGC, capturing moments of connection, culture, and sisterhood.

Two women standing in front of a white wall with a sunflower logo and the words "Treasure Coast Growth and Education". The women are smiling, one wearing glasses and casual clothes, the other wearing a floral dress and a sun hat. There are various items and toys on the floor behind them.
Group of five people standing in front of a food truck at an outdoor event, smiling and posing for the camera. Two women are wearing hats and sunglasses, and two young girls are wearing matching blue shirts.
Two women sitting in front of a green wall with sunflowers and a neon sign that says
Four diverse individuals standing together in front of a Youth Guidance banner, smiling at the camera, in a well-lit indoor setting.