How to get girls into school

In some countries, the gender gap in access to education has remained unchanged over time.

Earlier this month, my older sister graduated from law school. Completing her education at age 44, she is an inspiration not only to her young children, who watched her accept her diploma, but also to me, as the education minister of Sierra Leone. Far too many women and girls have been shut out of education. Every single one of them—no matter their age or background—deserves a chance to learn.