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International Day of the Girl 2022
Powered by girls
International Day of the Girl 2022
On the tenth year of International Day of the Girl, girls across the world are coming together to make their voices heard.
They’re taking over businesses, boardrooms, and brands, raising their voices and refusing to rest until every girl has the chance to reach her potential. They are demanding a seat at the table and delivering a powerful message: we will not rest until we have the equal power, freedom and representation we deserve.
We’re standing with them – today and every day. Because the power of girls will change the world. Will you join us?
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Equality powered by girls
"Women and girls are capable, we are strong." Milania, 16, Peru
Milania works in her community in Peru to raise awareness of the importance of girls' education and the negative consequences of marrying and having children at an early age.
Supported by Plan International, Milania is inspiring other girls in her school to follow her lead and speak up, participate and share their opinions.
"I want girls in my community to be valued and have equal opportunities. I would like other girls in my community to think that if Milania can do it, why can’t I?"
Activism powered by girls
“Seize every opportunity that comes along.” Dorcas, 20, Togo
Voted Togo’s Young Girl Leader 2020, Dorcas is passionate about sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for young people.
She has previously taken part in a Girls’ Takeover with Plan International – an experience she describes as a trigger for her commitment to youth leadership. Alongside studying for her master’s degree in medicine, Dorcas hosts an online show focused on SRHR.
"I intend to continue my show and be a role model for youth leadership, especially for the promotion of girls' leadership."
Opportunity powered by girls
"I will become the torchbearer in my community. People will know that girls can achieve anything." Ety, Bangladesh
Ety has big dreams to break social taboos, stereotypes and gender barriers to become a cricketer and represent Bangladesh at the national level.
That's why she’s studying hard at a learning centre set up by Plan International. She knows an education will empower her to make such decisions about her own life.
"If a village girl like me can become a cricketer, many other girls from my community will get the courage to dream and choose their profession as they wish."
Step Up for girls
This October walk 10,000 steps a day to help create a better future for girls everywhere.
Get sponsored to walk, run or wheel - whatever way you Step Up, you’ll be raising vital funds to tackle inequality for a more equal world where all girls have the opportunity to thrive. Once you raise £50, we will send you a special edition girls’ rights tote bag.
It’s easy to get started. Simply click the button below and fill in our registration form. It all starts with your next step…
JOIN THE FIGHT FOR EQUAL POWER NOW
Find out more about our work on Girls' rights.