International Day of the Girl Child

Plan International USA announces new report on global youth activism

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of International Day of the Girl on Oct. 11, Plan International USA is releasing a new report on the impact of activism on girls and young women, and launching a series of activities highlighting the importance of passing girls the microphone.

Key Points: 
  • Ahead of International Day of the Girl, Plan International launches report on girl activists and gender equality.
  • "It was an honor to partner with Plan International USA and learn from Leela during her Takeover of National Grid's New York operations for a day," Wynter said.
  • Turning the World Around: Girl and young women activists leading the fight for equality is part of Plan International's State of the World's Girl's Report series.
  • Since 2007, the State of the World's Girls Report has been produced annually by Plan International, with the aim of highlighting key issues affecting girls' lives through original research.

GEMS Girls' Clubs Celebrates International Day of the Girl, Oct 11

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GEMS Girls' Clubs, a global ministry dedicated to growing girls in their faith for over 65 years, is excited to announce its International Day of the Girl celebration on October 11, 2023. The event coincides with the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the organization's new headquarters, along with a worldwide social media campaign that inspires and encourages girls by affirming the Truth of who God says they are.

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  • "At GEMS, our mission to support girls around the world is not confined to a single day—it is our lifelong commitment," says Cindy Bultema, Executive Director of GEMS.
  • "On this International Day of the Girl and every day, we want girls to know that they belong and they are loved by God," says Bultema.
  • The International Day of the Girl is a globally recognized day to celebrate and lift up girls while raising awareness about the challenges they face.
  • GEMS Girls Clubs invites everyone to participate and celebrate the International Day of the Girl in the following ways:
    Download and print the free GEMS' "The Truth Is" photo cards & share pictures on social media using the hashtags #GEMS #DayoftheGirl #ShareTheLOVED.

First-of-Its-Kind Storytelling Project from Star-Studded Creators, She Creates Change, Aims to Reach World’s 432 Million Adolescent Girls

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Monday, March 6, 2023

She had to utilize skills like resilience, self-confidence and critical thinking to overcome challenges – for herself, her family or her community.

Key Points: 
  • She had to utilize skills like resilience, self-confidence and critical thinking to overcome challenges – for herself, her family or her community.
  • To achieve a world free from gender inequality, girls must develop these important skills and have access to role models that make perseverance possible.
  • “It is an honor for me to help share the diverse stories featured in She Creates Change.
  • All six stories from the She Creates Change film series will be released to general audiences in October 2023, in celebration of International Day of the Girl.

NELVANA GREENLIGHTS NEW SERIES MILLIE MAGNIFICENT, INSPIRED BY THE BEST-SELLING BOOK FROM KIDS CAN PRESS AND AWARD-WINNING SHORT FILM FROM NELVANA, THE MOST MAGNIFICENT THING

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

The award-winning children's book publisher also revealed the cover of a third book in The Most Magnificent franchise, to launch in Fall 2023.

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  • The award-winning children's book publisher also revealed the cover of a third book in The Most Magnificent franchise, to launch in Fall 2023.
  • In the original new preschool series Millie Magnificent, eight-year-old Millie is an avid inventor, creator, and problem-solver.
  • The new animated series is the second Nelvana adaptation of an Ashley Spires work published by Kids Can Press.
  • Looking ahead to what this anniversary year holds, I think Millie would say it best — 'IT'S GOING TO BE MAGNIFICENT!'"

NELVANA GREENLIGHTS NEW SERIES MILLIE MAGNIFICENT, INSPIRED BY THE BEST-SELLING BOOK FROM KIDS CAN PRESS AND AWARD-WINNING SHORT FILM FROM NELVANA, THE MOST MAGNIFICENT THING

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

The award-winning children's book publisher also revealed the cover of a third book in The Most Magnificent franchise, to launch in Fall 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The award-winning children's book publisher also revealed the cover of a third book in The Most Magnificent franchise, to launch in Fall 2023.
  • In the original new preschool series Millie Magnificent, eight-year-old Millie is an avid inventor, creator, and problem-solver.
  • The new animated series is the second Nelvana adaptation of an Ashley Spires work published by Kids Can Press.
  • Looking ahead to what this anniversary year holds, I think Millie would say it best — 'IT'S GOING TO BE MAGNIFICENT!'"

AngeLink Partners with Girl Up to Raise Funds for 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence

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Monday, November 21, 2022

NAPLES, Fla., Nov. 21, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AngeLink, the female-powered social crowdfunding platform developing a global community for women seeking trusted fundraising, announced their partnership with Girl Up, an initiative hosted by the UN Foundation, aligned with UN Women's 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign running from November 25 through December 10, 2022. Throughout this campaign, the AngeLink crowdfunding platform will help Girl Up Clubs and supporters raise awareness for the elimination and prevention of gender-based violence and fundraise to provide Girl Up's gender-based violence curriculum, leadership development programs, and events free to youth around the world.

Key Points: 
  • We are thrilled to have a lead role in promoting Girl Up's campaign during 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence through this campaign."
  • The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day.
  • "At Girl Up, we're developing transformative leaders who advance gender justice worldwide," said Melissa Kilby, Executive Director of Girl Up.
  • AngeLink and Girl Up will promote the 16 Days of Activism Campaign across all social media platforms, community mailing lists, websites, and blogs.

Join the Mission: Million Girls Moonshot Opens Nationwide Call for its 2023 Flight Crew

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

As youth advocates, the Flight Crew supports the mission of the Million Girls Moonshot to engage one million more girls in afterschool and summer STEM learning opportunities by 2025.

Key Points: 
  • As youth advocates, the Flight Crew supports the mission of the Million Girls Moonshot to engage one million more girls in afterschool and summer STEM learning opportunities by 2025.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221013005390/en/
    Members of the 2022 Flight Crew at the Million Girls Moonshot's Girls Build Solutions event in Chicago in June.
  • As we expand the reach of the Million Girls Moonshot, our Flight Crew serve as champions of who belongs in STEM and bring an invaluable youth perspective to the conversation.
  • Recently, STEM Nexts Million Girls Moonshot Flight Crew program was recognized by the White House in the fact sheet announcing Vice President Harris commitment to Inspire, Prepare, and Employ the Space Workforce.

Why we still need an International Day of the Girl 10 years later

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

But girls are not easily silenced and, a decade ago, they believed that they needed a day devoted to just them.

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  • But girls are not easily silenced and, a decade ago, they believed that they needed a day devoted to just them.
  • On October 11, 2012, the world marked the first ever International Day of the Girl .
  • Ten years later, we are encouraged by the tangible positive change to girls' lives since the first International Day of the Girl in 2012.
  • Photo description: Ten years after the inaugural International Day of the Girl, the advances girls have made are being eroded in many aspects of their lives.

The Hershey Company Announces 'Future CEO' Program to Support Young Leaders

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

HERSHEY, Pa., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of International Day of the Girl Child, The Hershey Company announced today additional programming and community investments to further recognize, honor and uplift women and girls around the world. Ranked as the World's Top Female Friendly Company, Hershey is committed to continuing its longstanding efforts to advance gender equity through meaningful programming and partnerships that invest in both girls and women and raise awareness of their impact around the globe.

Key Points: 
  • As a critical part of Hershey's larger DEI commitments, the company is doubling down on its efforts to foster the next generation of women leaders in the workforce.
  • While the initial phases of the program will kick off immediately, alongside additional Hershey international leaders' and employees' support in an existing Girl Up mentorship program, the educational components will culminate in March surrounding International Women's Day via a virtual event hosted by Hershey CEO Michele Buck and additional women leaders.
  • The partnership also includes engagement of five Hershey leaders who are serving as mentors as part of Girl Up's alumni mentorship program.
  • Hershey founder,Milton Hershey, created the Milton Hershey School in 1909 and since then the company has focused on helping children succeed.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the International Day of the Girl

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 11, 2022 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the International Day of the Girl:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 11, 2022 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the International Day of the Girl:
    "On the10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl , we celebrate the power of girls everywhere by championing their human rights here at home and around the world.
  • They have the right to live their lives, to make their own choices, and to express themselves peacefully.
  • "The International Day of the Girl takes place during Women's History Month , which is recognized each October across Canada.
  • On this occasion, I encourage all Canadians to continue standing up for girls, now and into the future."