Children around the world have big dreams. But now they are facing an enormous hurdle to achieve their dreams: the COVID-19 pandemic. This pandemic has disrupted every part of life. But for girls in particular, there’s even more at stake.
Today, one of the toughest place in the world to be a girl is in West and Central Africa. We must advocate with them for change.
SCAN asked 3 outstanding Student Ambassadors to give their perspectives on the challenges girls face today. Here are their responses.
In a world where it can seem impossible for women and girls to get a seat at the table, the reminder to advocate for yourself and others can go a long way.
Across the globe, women and girls are standing up to discrimination and determining their own futures. Here are a few examples of girls leading the way for change.
When women and girls are able to take on leadership roles, we all benefit! But that all begins with investing in them early. The Girls LEAD Act would help make that a reality.
This year, there are a lot of competing priorities facing our elected leaders. And through it all, we need to ensure that children are a top priority.
International Day of the Girl is on October 11. This year, let’s recommit to ensuring that every girl has a chance to succeed and live her dream.