With gender inequality a burning issue across the globe, today (11 October) has been declared International Day of the Girl Child.
The day was declared to recognise girls’ rights and the unique challenges they face around the world. It focuses on promoting girls’ empowerment as well as the fulfilment of their human rights.
It also addresses their challenges such as violence, education inequality and child marriage.
According to the United Nations (UN), in an article titled ‘My Voice, Our Equal Future’, adolescent girls have the right to a safe, educated and a healthy life.
‘If effectively supported during the adolescent years, girls have the potential to change the world – both as the empowered girls of today and as tomorrow’s workers, mothers, entrepreneurs, mentors, household heads and political leaders.
