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Period stigma holds girls back. But together, we can change the narrative — and ensure every girl can manage her period with dignity and pride.

Period stigma holds girls back. But together, we can change the narrative — and ensure every girl can manage her period with dignity and pride.

A girl leads a community dialogue session in Tanzania, speaking to peers and community members on gender equality and girls’ education. | Lilian Mmbaga, ©

Jessica grew up in Plan International’s sponsorship program in Peru. Today, she is a community leader, volunteer and soon-to-be district president — showing how investing in girls creates lasting change.

“My hopes for tomorrow are to continue my studies, to have diplomas, to have a job and a better future.” — Catherine, age 16

Aprille survived a super typhoon at 13. Today she is a teacher and climate advocate helping her community prepare for the next storm. Her story shows why girls’ education is the foundation of women’s leadership — and why International Women’s Day begins with girls.

Ahead of International Women’s Day on March 8, Plan International is calling for sustained investment in girls’ education as a powerful path to women’s equality and lasting justice.

February is Donor Love Month at Plan International. It’s our time to celebrate you! Every day, you bring hope, opportunity and joy to the children

From rural Ecuador to a career in microbiology, Valeria’s journey shows what becomes possible when girls have the support to stay in school and pursue science.

A Youth Advisory Board member reflects on lessons from Bangladesh and Jordan, sharing how women’s leadership, education and economic access shape lasting change across communities.

Because of you, children — especially girls — found safety and opportunity in a year of both crisis and recovery. Here are 12 photos that

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.

In a bright classroom in northern El Salvador, Nancy watches proudly as her young students discover the joy of learning. She sees herself reflected in