Louisa, 15, is among a group of young activists from the Philippines who have secured funding from their local council to help their community adapt to climate change and prepare for disasters.

Egypt may have a poor record on gender equality but Plan International is helping girls communicate with female MPs to bring an end to FGM and child marriage.

Following a year-long campaign, Plan International Malawi, youth groups and NGOs have helped secure a ban on child marriage. 

Boys are standing up for gender equality and breaking down the attitudes that cause violence against girls and women, as part of Plan International Brazil’s Goals for Peace Project. 

Plan International Nicaragua works together with young people to make sure girls and boys know about their rights and are more able to protect themselves from violence.