Our work
Our work
We're dedicated to promoting children’s rights and gaining equality for girls everywhere
Since 1937, Plan International has been promoting the rights of children around the world. We work with our partners in more than 45 countries, making sure children in some of the poorest communities are safe and protected from violence.
We provide access to essential services, including education, healthcare, clean water and toilets. And we’re there when disasters happen, providing emergency relief and supporting communities to recover, rebuild and develop their resilience.
Through our Because I am a Girl campaign, we’re also dedicated to improving girls’ lives globally – including right here in the UK. By working with young people, we’re challenging gender inequality, campaigning against harmful practices like child marriage and enabling girls everywhere to build a better future.
Over 83,000 children in 48 countries sponsored through Plan International UK
8 million people around the world reached by our work in 2018-19
Over 50,000 people stood in solidarity with youth advocates in Uganda to stop the sexual exploitation of girls and young women at work
YOU CAN CHANGE THE WORLD FOR CHILDREN
Sponsor a girl
I would like to tell my sponsor, thank you very much.
In Zimbabwe, eight-year-old Eudel’s life could have been very different. Growing up in a rural community with few resources used to make daily life a challenge. But today, through our child sponsorship programme, Eudel enjoys going to school, playing with friends and spending time with her grandmother.
STAND WITH BRAVE GIRLS
Around the world, we’re standing with brave girls on the issues that matter most to them. We work with girls like Marie in Sierra Leone. She’s part of the My Sexuality My Right project, which aims to reduce teenage pregnancy and child marriage, and bring about an end to FGM.
“What I learn in school about FGM I come and explain to my mum at home,” says Marie. “I share it with my dad and the younger kids too. I think they are proud of my work. They listen to what I say and that’s important.”
Fundraise for us
I love knowing the money we raise will help everyone in the community.
From organising 10k runs to hosting bake sales – fundraisers like Tiharna are constantly amazing us with their activities. Being part of Team Plan is a very special experience – and there are so many ways you can get involved. Whether you want to walk, run or cycle, fundraise at your school or ask for donations instead of wedding gifts, we’ll support you all the way!
Find out more about our work
Education
With access to education children can break the cycle of poverty and girls can transform their futures.
Health and water
Improving access to healthcare, clean water and toilets and protecting girls’ health rights.
Ending child marriage
Working with girls, their families and communities to end child marriage around the world.
Female Genital Mutilation
Working with girls and their communities to protect future generations from FGM.
Economic Empowerment
Supporting children and their families to gain financial stability and secure a brighter future.
Disasters and Emergencies
Protecting children in times of crisis and helping communities prepare for future disasters.
Environment and green livelihoods
Helping girls and women to access green-sector jobs and protect their environment.
Girls' Rights in the UK
Addressing inequalities facing UK girls through ground-breaking reports and programmes.