Syrian refugee overcomes COVID-19 lockdown in Egypt
Abrar, 15, is overcoming the emotional challenges faced by the COVID-19 lockdown in Egypt through online sessions provided by Plan International Egypt.
Awareness campaign to stop gender-based violence during COVID-19…
On 16 June, Egypt marks the national day against FGM. The day commemorates the death of Bodour, who passed away in 2007 when she was subjected to FGM. As part of its campaign on gender-based…
How refugee girls are taking the lead during COVID-19
Consultations with adolescent girls and young women in refugee and displaced settings show that, despite the many challenges they face, they also have resilience and hope for the future.
Girl with disability becomes community leader in Egypt
Wafaa, 15, used to suffer from discrimination due to the stigma surrounding her physical disability. However, since joining a Champions of Change group, she has overcome this and has become…
In Egypt, karate is considered to be a male-only sport. But Hagezeya is challenging this gender norm and has become an inspirational role model for girls and young women in her community.
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