Every girl deserves the chance to dream big and achieve her full potential. Yet, millions of girls worldwide face barriers that threaten their futures, including child marriage, early pregnancy, and harmful practices like female genital mutilation (FGM).

• In developing countries, 36% of girls are married before 18, robbing them of their childhoods and opportunities.
• Adolescent girls face multiple forms of discrimination, limiting their access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
• The cascading effects of these challenges can last a lifetime, impacting their health, well-being, and ability to contribute fully to society.

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is working tirelessly to empower girls and create a world where their rights are protected, their voices are heard, and their dreams are within reach. Your support can help us:

• Prevent child marriage and support girls who have been forced into marriage.
• Provide access to youth-friendly health services and comprehensive sexuality education, so girls can make informed choices about their bodies and their lives.
• Advocate for policies that protect girls from violence and discrimination.

In honour of this International Day of the Girl Child, let's invest in girls' rights and unleash their full potential.