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Plan International strives for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We won’t stop until we are all equal.
Our 2025 State of the World’s Girls report reveals the daily realities of married girls, the harms child marriage causes, and what must change to end it. This #16Days we’re calling for more digital literacy programmes so girls can safely navigate online spaces. #EndChildMarriage
November 25, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Our 2025 State of the World’s Girls report reveals the daily realities of married girls, the harms child marriage causes, and what must change to end it. This #16Days we’re calling for more digital literacy programmes so girls can safely navigate online spaces. #EndChildMarriage
Schoolchildren and teachers have been abducted in #Nigeria, less than a week after another abduction. We cannot afford to normalise the abduction of children who simply want to learn. Schools must be safe spaces, not places of fear.
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Call for urgent action to protect education in Nigeria after school abductions - Plan International
303 students and 12 teachers have been abducted by armed actors from a school in Nigeria’s Niger State.
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November 24, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Schoolchildren and teachers have been abducted in #Nigeria, less than a week after another abduction. We cannot afford to normalise the abduction of children who simply want to learn. Schools must be safe spaces, not places of fear.
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“For girls, for young people, and for communities already living with displacement, hunger, and the loss of education, the lack of funding is not a technical detail—it’s a direct threat to their futures." Read more on our reaction to the outcome of #COP30: plan-international.org/news/2025/11...
COP30 has left children without the protection they need - Plan International
Despite the scale and urgency of climate impacts on the world’s most vulnerable communities, and despite widespread calls from youth, civil society, and frontline nations, COP30 delivered no significa...
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November 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
“For girls, for young people, and for communities already living with displacement, hunger, and the loss of education, the lack of funding is not a technical detail—it’s a direct threat to their futures." Read more on our reaction to the outcome of #COP30: plan-international.org/news/2025/11...
"I dream of a society free of violence, where girls can grow up with freedom." 16-year-old Rebeca is speaking out against child marriage in Paraguay. Like so many other young advocates, she is fighting to #EndChildMarriage. https://plan-international.org/end-child-marriage/
November 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM
"I dream of a society free of violence, where girls can grow up with freedom." 16-year-old Rebeca is speaking out against child marriage in Paraguay. Like so many other young advocates, she is fighting to #EndChildMarriage. https://plan-international.org/end-child-marriage/
“Equality can’t happen in the shadows.” Our latest research reveals 63% of girls resist gender norms in secret. They shouldn’t have to hide their fight for equality. Girls need more support, safe spaces, and adults who listen: https://planinternational.org/publications/girls-everyday-resistance
Real Choices, Real Lives: Girls' Everyday Resistance - Plan International
This report offers a rare and powerful look into how ordinary girls, who don't necessarily identify as activists, “do politics” in their everyday lives.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:26 PM
“Equality can’t happen in the shadows.” Our latest research reveals 63% of girls resist gender norms in secret. They shouldn’t have to hide their fight for equality. Girls need more support, safe spaces, and adults who listen: https://planinternational.org/publications/girls-everyday-resistance
Young people are building a future where everyone is heard, communities thrive, and justice, equality, and human rights are the foundation of every society. Youth advocates know that progress isn't reaching everyone equally, and are demanding change. #FutureGirlsWant
November 19, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Young people are building a future where everyone is heard, communities thrive, and justice, equality, and human rights are the foundation of every society. Youth advocates know that progress isn't reaching everyone equally, and are demanding change. #FutureGirlsWant
Plan International condemns the abduction of school girls in Nigeria's Kebbi State. Every girl has a right to safety and education without fear. Read our full statement: https://plan-international.org/news/2025/11/18/abduction-of-schoolgirls-in-nigerias-kebbi-state/
Abduction of schoolgirls in Nigeria’s Kebbi State - Plan International
Armed men abducted 25 school girls in Nigeria’s Kebbi State in the early hours of Monday.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Plan International condemns the abduction of school girls in Nigeria's Kebbi State. Every girl has a right to safety and education without fear. Read our full statement: https://plan-international.org/news/2025/11/18/abduction-of-schoolgirls-in-nigerias-kebbi-state/
Disturbing reports of the systematic mass killing of civilians, many of them are children and women, continue to come from Sudan. We have been working to provide life-saving assistance, but an immediate ceasefire and increased humanitarian access are critical. #Sudan #ElFasher
November 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
At #COP30, we're calling for world leaders to increase funding that helps girls and their communities adapt and recover from the impacts of #ClimateChange.
November 15, 2025 at 9:15 AM
At #COP30, we're calling for world leaders to increase funding that helps girls and their communities adapt and recover from the impacts of #ClimateChange.
Overnight attacks in Ukraine report that 6 people have been killed and more than 30 injured, including two children. More than 3,018 have been killed or injured since 2022. We demand protection for Ukraine's children. #CeasefireNow #ChildrenNotTargets plan-international.org/news/2025/11...
Harm to children escalating as Ukraine faces continued aerial assaults - Plan International
Ukraine has faced some of its most intense attacks in months, killing at least six civilians and injuring more than 30 others, including two children.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Overnight attacks in Ukraine report that 6 people have been killed and more than 30 injured, including two children. More than 3,018 have been killed or injured since 2022. We demand protection for Ukraine's children. #CeasefireNow #ChildrenNotTargets plan-international.org/news/2025/11...
Girls' voices must be centred in climate action. "Remember us girls and children. We will keep on facing higher rates of violence, starvation, dropouts." Ilham, Ethiopia, shares why youth representation matters at #COP30. https://plan-international.org/publications/she-leads-cop30-youth-declaration/
She Leads: COP30 Youth Declaration - Plan International
This group of young climate change activists are committed to addressing the urgent challenges posed to girls and young women by climate change at COP30.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Girls' voices must be centred in climate action. "Remember us girls and children. We will keep on facing higher rates of violence, starvation, dropouts." Ilham, Ethiopia, shares why youth representation matters at #COP30. https://plan-international.org/publications/she-leads-cop30-youth-declaration/
🚨 1 in 3 children have been asked for sexual images by someone they met online (Thorn, 2025)
It’s time for global, coordinated investments to drive systemic change.
#SafeOnline #SafeDigitalFutures
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It’s time for global, coordinated investments to drive systemic change.
#SafeOnline #SafeDigitalFutures
Learn more: safeonline.global/financing-fo...
November 12, 2025 at 7:27 PM
🚨 1 in 3 children have been asked for sexual images by someone they met online (Thorn, 2025)
It’s time for global, coordinated investments to drive systemic change.
#SafeOnline #SafeDigitalFutures
Learn more: safeonline.global/financing-fo...
It’s time for global, coordinated investments to drive systemic change.
#SafeOnline #SafeDigitalFutures
Learn more: safeonline.global/financing-fo...
“The situation remains very difficult, especially for children and families in evacuation centers.” – Jessilou Morigo-Tanguilan, Plan International Philippines
Head to @aljazeera.com to hear more on the impacts of Typhoon Fung-wong: www.aljazeera.com/video/quotab...
Head to @aljazeera.com to hear more on the impacts of Typhoon Fung-wong: www.aljazeera.com/video/quotab...
Typhoon Fung-wong a “devastating blow” to the Philippines
"It's not just infrastructure that's been hit, it's really the people's ability to recover and rebuild their lives."
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November 12, 2025 at 6:15 PM
“The situation remains very difficult, especially for children and families in evacuation centers.” – Jessilou Morigo-Tanguilan, Plan International Philippines
Head to @aljazeera.com to hear more on the impacts of Typhoon Fung-wong: www.aljazeera.com/video/quotab...
Head to @aljazeera.com to hear more on the impacts of Typhoon Fung-wong: www.aljazeera.com/video/quotab...
59% of girls report that climate change has increased their domestic labour and made it more dangerous. Climate policies must address these gender-specific impacts #COP30. https://plan-international.org/publications/a-gathering-storm/
A Gathering Storm - Plan International
A study on the gendered impact of climate change on the rights of adolescent girls and young women in the Sahel.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:29 AM
59% of girls report that climate change has increased their domestic labour and made it more dangerous. Climate policies must address these gender-specific impacts #COP30. https://plan-international.org/publications/a-gathering-storm/
(1/2) In the last three weeks we have been able to send food to feed over 200,000 people in #Gaza and dignity and hygiene kits to over 13,000 people.
Hope is growing - but children still need urgent support.
Hope is growing - but children still need urgent support.
November 11, 2025 at 7:46 PM
(1/2) In the last three weeks we have been able to send food to feed over 200,000 people in #Gaza and dignity and hygiene kits to over 13,000 people.
Hope is growing - but children still need urgent support.
Hope is growing - but children still need urgent support.
(1/2) Twin typhoons #FungWong and #Kalmaegi have left a trail of destruction across the #Philippines, forcing thousands of children from their homes.
Emergency response launched after twin typhoons hit Philippines - Plan International
A second powerful typhoon has struck the Philippines in less than a week, forcing thousands of people from their homes and compounding the devastation left by an earlier storm.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:17 PM
(1/2) Twin typhoons #FungWong and #Kalmaegi have left a trail of destruction across the #Philippines, forcing thousands of children from their homes.
Children, especially girls, are among the most vulnerable to the impacts of the #ClimateCrisis. At #COP30, we're calling on world leaders to ensure that climate policies focus on protecting their rights and addressing their unique needs. #GirlsRights
November 10, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Children, especially girls, are among the most vulnerable to the impacts of the #ClimateCrisis. At #COP30, we're calling on world leaders to ensure that climate policies focus on protecting their rights and addressing their unique needs. #GirlsRights
The #WorldSocialSummit is our chance to turn promises into action! It's time to put young women and girls at the heart of social policies. Their experiences and expertise should shape the decisions that affect their lives. #FutureGirlsWant
November 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The #WorldSocialSummit is our chance to turn promises into action! It's time to put young women and girls at the heart of social policies. Their experiences and expertise should shape the decisions that affect their lives. #FutureGirlsWant
Sexuality isn't just about safety – it's also about joy, connection and consent. All young people deserve honest, respectful conversations about their bodies and relationships. #SRHR #PleasureMatters
https://plan-international.org/publications/embracing-pleasure/
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Embracing Pleasure - Plan International
Learn how the Embracing Pleasure project applied a pleasure-inclusive approach within SRHR programmes for young people, with recommendations.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Sexuality isn't just about safety – it's also about joy, connection and consent. All young people deserve honest, respectful conversations about their bodies and relationships. #SRHR #PleasureMatters
https://plan-international.org/publications/embracing-pleasure/
https://plan-international.org/publications/embracing-pleasure/
"Silence is not neutrality. Silence gives a blank cheque for horror." Our CEO, @rghelani.bsky.social shares the horrific sexual violence she heard about from survivors in Sudan, and more about the Sudanese women's organizations leading the response.
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In Sudan, war is being waged on women and children
Girls are raped, boys are forced to fight and families go hungry, but the world looks away.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM
"Silence is not neutrality. Silence gives a blank cheque for horror." Our CEO, @rghelani.bsky.social shares the horrific sexual violence she heard about from survivors in Sudan, and more about the Sudanese women's organizations leading the response.
www.aljazeera.com/opinions/202...
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"We refuse to accept a world where inequality, violence, and discrimination are normalised." Young people are demanding change at the #WorldSocialSummit. #FutureGirlsWant https://plan-international.org/wssd-youth-statement/
Youth Statement - Plan International
A collective statement from over 60 girls and young people to let world leaders know the #FutureGirlsWant.
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November 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
"We refuse to accept a world where inequality, violence, and discrimination are normalised." Young people are demanding change at the #WorldSocialSummit. #FutureGirlsWant https://plan-international.org/wssd-youth-statement/
"The world feels like it is burning and blooming at the same time." Youth are standing at the crossroads of crisis and change. Read their call for a fairer and safer world. #FutureGirlsWant #WSSD2 https://bit.ly/43g9hKW
Youth Statement - Plan International
A collective statement from over 60 girls and young people to let world leaders know the #FutureGirlsWant.
plan-international.org
November 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM
"The world feels like it is burning and blooming at the same time." Youth are standing at the crossroads of crisis and change. Read their call for a fairer and safer world. #FutureGirlsWant #WSSD2 https://bit.ly/43g9hKW
"They can take our homes, our dignity, but not our voices. If the world listens, we can begin again." – Zahra, Sudan
Plan CEO @rghelani.bsky.social witnessed how sexual violence is used as a weapon of war in #Sudan, where more than 30 million people need aid: t.co/xE3e7ld0GX
Plan CEO @rghelani.bsky.social witnessed how sexual violence is used as a weapon of war in #Sudan, where more than 30 million people need aid: t.co/xE3e7ld0GX
https://www.context.news/money-power-people/opinion/sudans-war-on-women-and-girls-the-world-cannot-look-away
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November 4, 2025 at 4:38 PM
"They can take our homes, our dignity, but not our voices. If the world listens, we can begin again." – Zahra, Sudan
Plan CEO @rghelani.bsky.social witnessed how sexual violence is used as a weapon of war in #Sudan, where more than 30 million people need aid: t.co/xE3e7ld0GX
Plan CEO @rghelani.bsky.social witnessed how sexual violence is used as a weapon of war in #Sudan, where more than 30 million people need aid: t.co/xE3e7ld0GX
(1/2) Plan International welcomes the World Social Summit Declaration's commitments to equality and inclusion. We call for stronger action on women's and girls' rights, including harms and violence that stem from new technologies, and tackling the root causes of inequality. #Doha
Doha Political Declaration - Agreed text 09.05.25 | Second World Summit for Social Development 2025
The Doha Political Declaration to be formally adopted by the Second World Summit for Social Development, has been agreed by consensus through an intergovernmental negotiating process that took place a...
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November 4, 2025 at 2:43 PM
(1/2) Plan International welcomes the World Social Summit Declaration's commitments to equality and inclusion. We call for stronger action on women's and girls' rights, including harms and violence that stem from new technologies, and tackling the root causes of inequality. #Doha
We're elevating youth voices at #WorldSocialSummit for a more equitable world. Time for leaders to take action that protects rights and creates opportunities for girls. #FutureGirlsWant #WSSD2
November 4, 2025 at 9:15 AM
We're elevating youth voices at #WorldSocialSummit for a more equitable world. Time for leaders to take action that protects rights and creates opportunities for girls. #FutureGirlsWant #WSSD2