October 11th, 1748

The International Day of the Girl Child focuses on the need to address the challenges girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights. This day aims to highlight and address the needs and challenges girls face while promoting girls' empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights. Events on this day often include educational workshops, community discussions, and campaigns geared towards increasing awareness of issues such as education, nutrition, legal rights, medical care, and protection from discrimination, violence, and child marriage. The day serves as an opportunity to empower girls and ensure that they have access to quality education, healthcare, and equal opportunities, so they can build brighter futures and contribute to the growth and development of their communities.