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In Sudan, childhood has been replaced with conflict. More than 4.6 million children have been displaced since the war began — leaving them vulnerable, frightened and at risk of falling through the cracks. But in places like Gadarif, Plan International is creating spaces where children can just be children again. Child-friendly spaces offer safety, play, psychosocial support and a sense of routine — helping children cope with trauma and begin healing. 🔗 Read the firsthand account from Sudan by Davis Makori, Plan International’s Humanitarian Policy and Advocacy Specialist: https://lnkd.in/eWZTkmSH #ChildFriendlySpaces #SudanCrisis #GirlsInCrisis #HumanitarianResponse #UntilWeAreAllEqual

Are you looking for an incredible leadership opportunity this summer? Our 2025-2026 Youth Leadership Academy kicks off in Washington D.C. in July — and applications are open! The YLA is a yearlong program focused on providing global leadership and advocacy tools to young activists through training and mentorship. Learn more and apply on our website:https://bit.ly/4jb2OGH 📸: Maria Holsopple. Two YLA participants practice their interview skills in front of a camera. Accessibility text: Two girls sit in front of a blue backdrop branded with Plan International's logo. They are facing each other, and a camera with a boom mic is in the foreground. Text at the top reads "Are you a young change maker?" Text at the bottom reads "Plan International’s Youth Leadership Academy gives you the tools you need to create the change you want."

Growing up in Ecuador, María Eduarda dreamed of becoming a professional dancer. "Every movement, every step to the rhythm of the music was a way for me to express my soul," she says. While participating in a folk dance group supported by Plan International’s Por Ser Niña movement, María Eduarda discovered the power of activism — and a new dream: creating opportunities for girls to lead. Today, María Eduarda is a mentor, entrepreneur and advocate, helping displaced and vulnerable girls in her community build confidence and leadership skills. When girls lead, communities transform. Girls like María Eduarda are proof that investing in youth leadership drives real, lasting change. Let’s work together to amplify their voices, scale solutions and create lasting impact. #YouthLeadership #GenderEquality #GirlsRights #UntilWeAreAllEqual #SocialImpact #LeadershipDevelopment 📸 ©Plan International

Girls are always the hardest hit when disaster strikes. After the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, Frank Manfredi, vice president for humanitarian programs at Plan International USA, shares how we’re protecting the safety and dignity of displaced children, especially girls. Read his latest blog: https://lnkd.in/eZaWsQd2 #ChildProtection #GirlsRights #EmergencyResponse #HumanitarianAid #UntilWeAreAllEqual

In Myanmar, the earthquake's impact on women and girls is growing more severe by the day. Critical infrastructure is destroyed. Girls and women are facing greater barriers to healthcare. Reports of gender-based violence are rising. Plan International teams are distributing maternity kits, clearing rubble and creating safe spaces for displaced children. Support our ongoing response: https://lnkd.in/e6Ee7Yju 📸 Photo by Plan International staff in Mandalay, Myanmar. #MyanmarEarthquake #GirlsInEmergencies

We’re proud to celebrate the recognition of our Girls vs. The Machine campaign, created with Grounded World. Changing the way the world sees girls changes the way girls see themselves. Thank you to everyone who brought this vision to life — and congratulations to all The Anthem Awards winners!

The recent Girl Goals report by Plan International, UNICEF and the UN Girls' Education Initiative (UNGEI) found that nearly 4 in 10 adolescent girls and young women globally do not complete upper secondary school. Every girl deserves the chance to learn. In Ethiopia’s Benishangul-Gumuz region, Plan International’s PlayMatters project is helping refugee and host community girls heal, learn and lead — using the power of education and play to rebuild resilience and unlock leadership. Education is not a privilege. It’s a right — and a powerful investment in the next generation of changemakers. Let’s break barriers and open doors for girls everywhere. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/g3fpJtM5 Photo: Natnael Tesfaye | © Plan International #GirlGoals #GirlsEducation #YouthLeadership #PlanInternational #UntilWeAreAllEqual #SocialImpact

In Myanmar, women and children are lining up in the streets for help. The earthquake destroyed homes, hospitals and access roads — and the humanitarian needs are immense. 66% of maternal deaths already occurred in crisis zones before the disaster. Now, health care access is even more limited, and girls face growing risks of violence and exploitation. Plan International is on the ground providing emergency care, hygiene kits and protection support. We are committed to reaching children, especially girls, with the care they urgently need. Learn more about our response: https://lnkd.in/e6Ee7Yju (Photo by Plan International staff) #MyanmarEarthquake #GirlsInEmergencies #PlanResponds #HumanitarianRelief #UntilWeAreAllEqual

Standing with girls is not just the right thing to do — it is the smart thing to do. In a world facing unprecedented challenges, investing in girls is one of the most powerful catalysts for lasting, positive change. Shanna Marzilli, president and CEO of Plan International USA, shares why now is a defining moment for philanthropy to step up. Read more in Inside Philanthropy: https://bit.ly/41WOPyq