INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GIRL CHILD: OCTOBER 11TH
International Day of the Girl Child is a day celebrated worldwide, championing the rights of girls and reflecting on the challenges they face based on their gender. This year the United Nations chose the theme of: My Voice Our Equal Future, this reminds us that everyone benefits when girls have the chance to excel.
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