Gender-based violence and the Ukraine War
Reports suggest that rates of gender-based violence have greatly increased since the escalation of the war in Ukraine.
Ayisha’s Plan
Meet the female tile-layer paving the way for gender equality in Ghana.
Local partners provide lifesaving services to survivors of gender-based violence from Ukraine
Displaced women and girls in Ukraine and in refugee host countries are facing increased risks of gender-based violence (GBV).
The story of 2022 and girls’ rights
Our global CEO, Stephen Omollo, and Chair Gunvor Kronman, reflect on 2022.
Engaging youth in the Lake Chad Basin
Kaleri youth group has over 700 members and 12 officers and is working with Plan International on a programme working on youth engagement and social cohesion. Lydia has been with the youth group for three years.
World Children’s Day 2020
As yesterday marked World Children’s Day, I want to take the opportunity to highlight the impact that the coronavirus pandemic is having on children across the world and the threat it poses to any gains made in recent years on children’s rights and equality for girls. As restrictions came into force around the world this […]
Smashing Stereotypes on International Women’s Day 2020
Kate Smith, member of Plan International Ireland’s Youth Advisory Panel, writes our guest blog for International Women’s Day 2020. On the 8th of March each year the world celebrates International Women’s Day which is a time to celebrate the empowerment of women while calling on everyone to tackle the persistent barriers against gender equality. Yet […]
