The Power of Girls’ Education

“Girls’ schools are places where girls take center stage. They occupy every seat in student government, every spot on the math team, and every position in the robotics club. In fact, every aspect of a girls’ school – from the classroom to the athletic field to the academic program – is designed for girls. A girls’ school environment adds opportunities for girls.” (International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS)).

The ICGS has created a series of graphics to bring the story of girls’schools to life.

Each themed differently, they carry powerful messages, beautifully displayed.

Words and Graphics thanks to the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools

Why Girls’ Schools Are So Powerful

From the perspectives of global girls’ school educators, this piece gathers insights collected at the 2024 ICGS Conference by Jo Byrne of See Your Words. It highlights the transformative impact of girls’ schools and the educators who make it possible.

Why Girls’ Schools

Nearly 2,500 students from member schools around the world shared what they love about attending a girls’ school. Illustrated by Jo Byrne of See Your Words, this joyful, student-centered piece captures the heart of their experiences.

What Teachers Love About Teaching Girls

Created live at the 2025 ICGS Conference and illustrated by Lucinda Levine of Inkquiry Visuals, this graphic captures educators’ reflections on what makes teaching girls so meaningful.