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Military officers on rescue mission in Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone mudslides: child safety a top priority

Plan International is working to protect the safety of children left vulnerable by the devastating mudslides in Freetown, Sierra Leone, that have claimed over 300 lives.

Girls protest child marriage with ABAAD.

Victory for girls' rights as Lebanon abolishes 'rape law'

Lebanon has made a historic amendment to its penal code by abolishing Article 522 – also known as the 'rape law' – which allowed rapists to avoid prosecution if they married their victims.

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DRIVING INCLUSIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH IN ASIA: WHY GIRLS MUST ENTER THE WORKFORCE

Equal economic opportunities and inclusive work environments provide space for youth, especially girls and disadvantaged children, to explore their interests and expand their potential.

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Gender inequality and early childhood development

Right from birth, gender discrimination affects girls disproportionally. In this report, we describe why gender equality and early childhood development matter. We also explain why early childhood programmes engaging parents, caregivers, community leaders and educators are fundamentally important so girls have the chance to realise their rights and live a life of dignity.

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