Promoting period pride in Tanzania
“Ever since I had my first period, I have never found the strength to tell my parents. No one told me about menstruation before,” shares 17-year-old Zaidina.
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Three Girls Who Altered Their Plans for the Altar
Adaya*, Cristina and Sandra each have unique passions and pursuits, from martial arts to marine biology. But they all agree that early and forced marriage isn’t part of their plan. Yet, 12 million girls under the age of 18 get married every year. How did Adaya, Cristina and Sandra escape this harmful practice that is difficult to avoid for millions of girls?
Learn more about current projects and hear from girls in their own words how your support is driving real change.
Going further together in Bolivia
Isolated Indigenous communities in Bolivia were not equipped to handle the COVID-19 pandemic and its many adverse effects.
Read progress reportThere for girls around the world
Team Girl has reached 3 million girls. Find out who and where.
Read progress reportHear From Bithi: A Trailblazer in Bangladesh
Don’t miss her story of empowerment and activism.
Read progress reportStay up-to-date on issues related to gender equality and girls’ rights through stories highlighting girls and women in our programs.
Emergency education: 5 ways to keep girls in school during a disaster
Emergencies, Education
Take a deeper dive into the barriers and injustices girls face around the world and how we are working to tackle the root causes.
State of the World’s Girls: The Truth Gap
How misinformation and disinformation online affect the lives, learning and leadership of girls and young women.
Download reportThe case for holistic investment in girls.
Improving Lives, Realizing Potential, Benefitting Everyone.
Download reportHalting Lives Part Two
In their own voice: girls and young women on the impact of COVID-19.
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A Girls Belong Here Interview with Pfizer Canada | Plan International Canada
Watch this video for a BTS glimpse of Candice Zhong's day at Pfizer Canada. Candice is a Youth Ambassador for Girls Belong Here, a global movement to amplify girls' voices, advocate for their rights
Watch the videoNo Shame: Dads and Daughters Discuss Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
In parts of Zimbabwe, stigma around sexual and reproductive health is harming girls’ relationships – with their bodies and with their parents. Watch how our project – in partnership with the Global Fund – is helping dads and daughters openly discuss topics like menstruation, HIV/AIDS and health rights.
Watch the videoIngrid's inspiring story
Hear from Ingrid - a biologist turned fashion designer and self-described “perpetual dreamer.”
Watch the videoImproving access to education in Malawi
Millions of children around the world are denied their right to education. See how we're making education more accessible in Malawi and getting children -- especially girls -- back in the classroom.
Watch the videoPlan international Canada 2021 year in review
Plan International Canada's 2021 Annual Review showcases the organization's efforts to support the rights of children -- especially girls -- from the past year
Watch the videoGifts of Hope in action: Girl Power
Watch the videoHelping Children Overcome the COVID-19 Pandemic
Watch the videoGirls Belong Here 2021
Watch the videoValiant Val: A voice of change
Watch the videoPromoting period pride
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MYTAGALONGS MOTHER’s DAY “Gift & give” COLLABORATION
Mother’s Day gives us all a chance to honour the inspiring mother figures in our lives. It can also be a chance to share support with moms we may never meet, but who are doing all they can to raise children amid extreme obstacles like poverty and vast inequality.
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I tell my daughter that the world is full of opportunities ready for her to take on; how could I not want the same for all girls? I’m proud to partner with Plan International Canada’s initiative to reduce barriers for girls and women around the world so all can claim their right to thrive.”
– Nicole Authier, Founder of MYTAGALONGS long-time Plan International Canada supporter
Nicole Authier launched MYTAGALONGS in 2006 to help women-on-the-go stay organized. Today, the collection includes a wide selection of fashionable and functional bags and accessories to support a more sustainable lifestyle.
MYTAGALONGS also contributes to Plan International Canada’s Because I am a Girl project and Child Sponsorship programs, helping support our work to protect and promote girls’ rights and create a more just and equal world for all children.
*Entitles customers to take 25% off any purchase, excluding applicable taxes. Offer valid from April 27, 2023 at 9:00 am EST to May 27, 2023 at 11:59 pm PST. Discount cannot be combined with any other offers, promotions or coupons. Returned items will be refunded at the discounted price. No minimum spend required. Not applicable to prior purchases. Not redeemable for cash. Online only.
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