“I know that as difficult as things are for boys, it can be a thousand times more difficult for girls.” — Hady Berry In Tolo, a village in central Guinea, students are often underprepared for national exams because of a shortage of teachers. But for girls, the challenge doesn’t end there. Barriers like gender-based violence, street harassment and child marriage keep them from completing their education. But 13-year-old Aïssatou is determined to finish school and pursue her dream of becoming a doctor. With a Polaroid camera in hand, Aïssatou documents life as she begins secondary school. And alongside her, Guinean photographer Hady Berry captures Aïssatou in her element too. Swipe to see snapshots of Aïssatou’s life in Tolo. 📸✨