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Honored to Advocate for Girls' Rights 🌍 I was honored to meet with Minister Paschal Donohoe alongside my fellow Plan International Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) colleague, Tara. We presented Plan International’s State of the World’s Girls Report, which highlights the profound challenges faced by girls and young women in conflict zones. I’m so proud of the work we’re doing, as we continue to advocate for those who can’t always raise their voices. The report sheds light on the heightened risks of sexual violence, insecurity, and lack of access to basic needs like food, water, and shelter that girls in conflict zones endure. During our meeting, we urged the Minister to ensure that the Irish government continues its support through humanitarian aid, with a focus on young people,especially girls who are impacted by conflict. Thank you, Plan International Ireland , for giving us the platform to shine a light on these critical issues and advocate for meaningful change. #GirlsRights #PlanInternational #YouthAdvocacy #InternationalDayoftheGirl #GenderEquality #HumanitarianAid #ConflictZones

Pleased to have our Youth Advisory Panel representing Plan Ireland during the European Week of Action for Girls and advocate for girls' rights!

✨ Girls in Crisis Photo Exhibition ✨ Join us for a powerful journey through the stories of girls living in conflict zones, from Sudan to Gaza to Ukraine. Our Girls in Crisis Photo Exhibition shines a light on the resilience and strength of girls facing unimaginable challenges every day. 📅 October 11th - November 1st, 2024 📍 Lexicon, Dún Laoghaire ℹ️ Free and open to the public Come and witness their stories, share their hopes, and learn how you can make a difference. Together, we can stand with girls in crisis and help protect their futures. 💛 #GirlsInCrisis #UniteForPeace #PlanIreland #PhotoExhibition #IDG2024

👩🏫 Advocating for Girls' Rights 👩🏫 Today, two members of Plan Ireland’s Youth Advisory Panel, Tara and Marwa, met with Paschal Donohoe to present our latest State of the World's Girls Report. The report highlights the devastating gendered impact of conflict on girls and young women, emphasizing how they face greater risks of sexual violence, insecurity, and difficulty accessing essential resources like food and water. Tara pressed the Minister on how women and youth voices are being incorporated into Budget 2025 decisions, stressing that, “We need to specifically target humanitarian aid for girls, including food, shelter, and services for survivors of violence.” Marwa, herself a refugee from Afghanistan, called for greater financial support for asylum seekers and refugees, urging the Minister to extend SUSI funding to these groups to help them access education and integrate into Irish society. Minister Donohoe responded, affirming the Government’s commitment to protecting girls and women affected by conflict, stating: “Advocating for the rights of girls and women is critical to keeping this important issue front and centre.” Thank you for a productive meeting! #GirlsRights #YouthAdvocacy #WomenInConflict #HumanitarianAid #GenderEquality #EducationForAll

🍽️ School Meals: More than Just Nutrition 🍽️ For millions of children around the world, a meal at school can make all the difference. For girls especially, school meals provide not only nourishment but also a powerful incentive to stay in school and continue their education. When girls receive nutritious food at school, they are healthier, can focus on their studies, and are less likely to drop out to help support their families. In communities facing food insecurity, these meals are often the key to keeping girls in classrooms instead of at home or in the workforce. At Plan International, we know that education is one of the most effective ways to break the cycle of poverty and hunger. By supporting school meal programs, we are ensuring that girls have the energy and opportunity to learn, thrive, and build better futures for themselves and their communities. Together, we can keep girls in school. 🌍✨ #WorldFoodDay #SchoolMeals #GirlsEducation

It's not too late to sign up! Join us tomorrow along with Education Cannot Wait (ECW) and Save the Children in Afghanistan as we discuss girls' education in times of crisis and conflict. Sign up here below 👇

🌍💧 This Global Handwashing Day, meet 13-year-old Evita from the Solomon Islands. Washing hands hasn't always been possibly for her. Communities in the Solomon Islands, like many around the world, face significant challenges accessing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene. Through Plan International's partnership with Live and Learn, we’re strengthening water, sanitation, and hygiene services in schools, installing rainwater collection tanks and handwashing stations to ensure children like Evita can wash their hands regularly. 🙌🚰 Watch the full story in the video below! 🎥 #GlobalHandwashingDay #WASH #CleanWaterForAll #SolomonIslands #HandwashingMatters

🌍 Webinar Countdown! 🌍 Just a few days left until our October 16th, 2024 webinar! Join us as we explore how education and gender equality are vital in conflict zones, with insights from experts working on the frontlines. Meet our esteemed panel: 🎤 Chiara Ronca – Education Specialist, Plan Ireland 🎤 Jihane Latrous – Gender Manager, Education Cannot Wait 🎤 Clément Traore – Education Program Advisor, Plan Burkina Faso 🎤 Arzoo Haidari – Education Consortium Manager, Save the Children Afghanistan 🗓️ Date: 16th October 2024 🕒 Time: 12:30 pm to 2:00pm UTC+1 🎙️ Register here: https://ow.ly/oMKe50TKGf9 Together, we can advocate for the education and safety of every child, especially girls, in times of crisis. 💪✨ #Webinar #GirlsRights #EducationInConflict #GenderEquality #ChildrenInCrisis #YouthEmpowerment

🌍 Webinar Countdown! 🌍 Just a few days left until our October 16th, 2024 webinar! Join us as we explore how education and gender equality are vital in conflict zones, with insights from experts working on the frontlines. Register at the link here below!

In Gaza, fear has replaced the sound of school bells. Tents have replaced classrooms. But hope remains. Every action counts. Stand with Gaza’s children today and be part of their brighter future.