International Day of the Girl is October 11. We’re lifting up the voices of three girls who advocated for the rights of girls in their communities.
The power of passing the mic: Girls’ voices create lasting change
Author: Whitney Groves
Child marriage in Syria: How conflict is stealing girls’ futures
As war continues, child marriage in Syria is increasing. Some estimates show rates in 2017 were four times higher than they were before the crisis.
How COVID-19 is affecting children around the world
Kids in vulnerable communities face unique challenges in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Without strong coping mechanisms, secondary effects of the virus may create permanent disruption to kids’ lives.
Education: a lifesaving intervention for children on the move
Approximately 4 million refugee children between the ages of 5 and 17 aren’t enrolled in school. This has enormous impact on children’s growth, development, mental health, and lifelong cognitive function.
Unstoppable girls: What it takes to end child marriage
World Vision’s child marriage report compiles data from four unique contexts and explores the harms of child marriage and what it will take to end it.
Homework club: where kids of all abilities learn to read
Because of his disability, Yadiel had to miss a lot of school and fell behind his classmates. World Vision is helping him make up for lost time.
How reducing gender-based violence protects children in Nicaragua
“Realizing this sad news, I asked God to give me strength and discernment. I remembered the teachings from Channels of Hope…”
Preventing domestic violence and promoting gender equality in Nicaragua
“I have increased my self-esteem, my awareness, and now I can support other women that are living in the same conditions of violence…”
Super mom: One Ugandan girl defies the odds to stay in school
DREAMS gave Daisy the courage to go back to school after dropping out. Now she wants to be a teacher and show others the power of girls’ education.
Pricilia is going against the tide to pursue big DREAMS for girls’ education in Uganda
In Uganda, World Vision taught Pricilia to advocate for girls’ education and empowerment. “My dream is to become the first female president of this country.”
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