Desiree Buitenbos
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FADI: A GOAT’S TALE
Kavita DograGoats have the power to positively impact the life of a child, their family and their entire community. Read Fadi’s story to see how.
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Giving Tuesday: 4 things you need to know
Desiree Buitenbos | Nov 24, 2020Giving Tuesday marks the beginning of the holiday giving season. Find out more about this impactful day and learn how to support giving back to others. Read more »
7 gifts for minimalists that help make the world a better place
Desiree Buitenbos | Nov 19, 2020Find gifts for minimalists who are hard to shop for. These gifts can help make the world a better place by addressing climate change and tackling poverty. Read more »
Meet the mechanics working to overcome gender inequality in Guinea
Desiree Buitenbos | Nov 12, 2020Meet Teninkè and N'Mahawa. These inspiring women are working to overcome gender inequality in Guinea by defying traditional gender norms. Read more »
Data reveals impact of cyberbullying on girls’ lives in Canada
Desiree Buitenbos | Oct 5, 2020In a new survey from Plan International Canada, girls were asked to share their experiences with cyberbullying. See the results here. Read more »
3 innovative ways we’re continuing education for students during Covid-19
Desiree Buitenbos | Sep 22, 2020During the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve implemented 3 different approaches that have helped students continue their education during this time. Learn more. Read more »
“This nightmare called marriage”: a former child bride shares her story
Desiree Buitenbos | Sep 2, 2020At age 14, Titi* became a child bride against her will. Now, she's sharing her personal story and warning against child marriage. Read more »
Women’s and girls’ rights: what have we accomplished and what’s at stake now?
Desiree Buitenbos | Aug 19, 2020Data shows we're making progress when it comes to advancing women's and girls' rights. Globally, fewer girls are getting married and more are in school. Read more »
Gender-based violence: the silent and lethal ‘shadow pandemic’
Desiree Buitenbos | Jul 22, 2020A silent and lethal ‘shadow pandemic’ is unfolding across the globe as cases of gender-based violence are increasing due to COVID-19. Read more »
More countries are banning FGM but millions are still at risk
Desiree Buitenbos | Jul 2, 2020FGM is a violation of the human rights of girls. Find out why there has been a global trend to ban the practice and why millions of girls are still at risk. Read more »
World Refugee Day: How is COVID-19 impacting refugee girls and women?
Desiree Buitenbos | Jun 17, 2020Based on our research, COVID-19 is having a significant impact on refugee girls and women – on their health, safety, education and livelihoods. Read more »
Period poverty and COVID-19: How the pandemic is impacting access to menstrual products
Desiree Buitenbos | May 22, 2020Period poverty is being exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. See how we're working to alleviate this reality and ensure access to menstrual health supplies Read more »
Helping others during a pandemic: Meet 3 inspirational youth making a difference
Desiree Buitenbos | May 7, 2020From stopping child marriages to sewing face masks, meet 3 inspiring and empowered youth who are making a difference by helping others during this pandemic. Read more »
