Every year, on October 11th, we celebrate International Day of the Girl–the United Nations holiday that recognizes the achievements and progress girls have made.
Let’s continue the celebration! Here are some of our favorite stories and resources from #DayoftheGirl 2026.
Overview: UNICEF
UNICEF USA shares the history behind International Day of the Girl and discusses this year’s theme “end child marriage and invest in girls’ rights.”
https://www.unicefusa.org/
Resource guide: Girl Scouts
This resource encourages readers to “take cction and celebrate the power of girls everywhere.” We particularly liked their activities, fun for scouts and non scouts alike!
https://www.girlscouts.org/en/
Investing in girls’ rights: CARE
Through the stories of girls in Somalia, Nepal, and Ethiopia, CARE’s piece shows how intervening in child marriage can change girls’ ourcomes. Read more about the work happening locally here:
https://www.care.org/news-and-
See the full recap at the link: https://mailchi.mp/9a1d15ca1ed3/your-recap-for-international-day-of-the-girl-17266787?e=e2e496a11c
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