International Day of the Girl Child

International Day of the Girl Child also called the Day of Girls and the International Day of the Girl is observed annually on October 11th.

It is declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011.

October 11, 2012, was the first Day of the Girl Child.

The day aims to highlight and address the challenges girls face worldwide, promote their empowerment, and advance their rights.

It focuses on issues like education, gender equality, health, and protection from violence and discrimination.
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