
Devex: As aid dries up, Plan International accelerates support for women
Global funding for women’s organizations is in crisis. Ninety percent have faced cuts, and nearly half expect to shut down by 2026. Plan International CEO

Global funding for women’s organizations is in crisis. Ninety percent have faced cuts, and nearly half expect to shut down by 2026. Plan International CEO
Four years into the war in Ukraine, children continue to face trauma, disrupted education, and displacement across Ukraine and Eastern Europe. As the crisis shifts from emergency response to long-term recovery, sustained investment in mental health, protection, and education is critical to prevent irreversible harm.

Plan International responds to growing uncertainty around US foreign aid funding as Congress debates whether statements and actions will protect global development priorities.
As the conflict in Sudan enters its 1,000th day, Plan International highlights urgent stories from the ground — where women and girls face unimaginable violence and children are left to survive alone. This is a crisis the world must not ignore.
A New York Times investigation reveals how DOGE’s federal aid cuts disrupted programs for girls and families, including Plan International education initiatives.

Plan International’s Equality Accelerator is marking a milestone. Over its first five years, the trust based philanthropy platform has distributed more than $1 million to youth led groups creating change in their communities.

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.

Children with disabilities are among the most excluded in emergencies. In Sudan and beyond, Plan International is building inclusion into humanitarian response — from accessible classrooms to universal design and listening directly to children. Because inclusion isn’t optional; it’s how effective response begins.

Plan International calls for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan as civilians and aid workers face grave danger amid escalating violence in El Fasher.
Dr. Unni Krishnan, Global Humanitarian Director at Plan International, reflects on what peace truly means for Gaza’s children. Through powerful stories and frontline insight, he explores why peace must travel in one direction — toward every child.

The ceasefire in Gaza brings hope for children, but urgent humanitarian aid and a permanent peace are critical to save lives.

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.