The theme of this year’s International Day of the Girl is ‘Girls’ vision for the future’. This theme reflects findings from UNICEF analysis, which shows that girls are not only courageous in the face of challenges, but hopeful for the future. Every day, they are taking action to realise a vision of a world in which all girls are protected, respected and empowered.
However, our girls cannot realise this vision alone. They need allies who listen to and respond to their needs.
Evidence shows that with the right support, resources and opportunities, the potential of the world’s more than 1.1 billion girls is limitless. And when girls lead, the impact is immediate and wide reaching: families, communities and economies are all stronger, our future brighter.
AWLA calls for urgent action to drive progress with and for girls. Actively investing in girls’ futures is to invest in our own futures. Together, we can build a future in which every girl’s rights are protected.