The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that a judge can force the Trump administration to release blocked foreign aid, marking a significant decision in the ongoing legal battle over the USAID funding freeze. A Washington Post report highlights its impact on humanitarian efforts, including Plan International’s work in Ethiopia. Michelle Van Akin, associate director of humanitarian programs at Plan International USA, says lifesaving aid remains delayed despite the ruling.
Plan International responds to growing uncertainty around US foreign aid funding as Congress debates whether statements and actions will protect global development priorities.
New global research conducted in partnership with Plan International finds girls and young women worldwide have strong leadership ambition, even as they anticipate discrimination and unequal treatment.
A New York Times investigation reveals how DOGE’s federal aid cuts disrupted programs for girls and families, including Plan International education initiatives.
A MediaPost roundup of 2025’s most-read ad stories connects celebrity campaigns, AI backlash, and Plan International’s International Women’s Day partnership with Paramount and KFC.
Devex has named Plan International USA No. 13 in its 2025 ranking of the 50 largest U.S. international NGOs. The report examines how INGOs are responding to major funding shifts across the sector.
Plan International joins global education leaders in Salzburg to push for inclusive, future-ready learning and green jobs at the Forum on Global Citizenship Education.
In the wake of International Day of the Girl, a new article highlights the enduring impact of child marriage and economic pressure on girls’ education — drawing on data from Plan International’s State of the World’s Girls report to show how early marriage cuts girls off from learning, work and opportunity.
Plan International and its partners have published a new study on the REAL Fathers Initiative in Rwanda, showing how engaging young fathers as role models can reduce violence at home and strengthen family relationships.
A new Chronicle of Philanthropy feature highlights Plan’s global education mission and our work with partners in Somalia to help children stay in school during drought. The piece also recognizes Plan International USA’s fundraising strength, ranking No. 14 among America’s Favorite Charities.
CNN highlights Plan International’s new report exposing how child marriage continues to rob girls of education, opportunity and choice worldwide.
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