Education
How Staying in School Can Prevent Child Marriage: Monica’s Story
Kavita Dogra | Nov 2, 2018Monica escaped being forced into marriage because of an ally at school and now she's determined to pursue her education and fight for girls' rights. Read more »
Improving access to education with a new school in Liberia
Kavita Dogra | Sep 7, 2018See how this new school in Liberia is improving access to education and helping children in the community reach their full potential. Read more »
Canadian Youth Speak Out Against Sex Ed Repeal
Kavita Dogra | Jul 17, 2018We asked some of our youth what the Sex Ed repeal in Ontario means to them. See what they had to say. Read more »
With an education, refugee girls can make their dreams come true
Desiree Buitenbos | May 29, 201875 million children affected by conflict, disaster and other emergencies are out of school. See why education in crisis needs to become a priority. Read more »
Keeping Colombian Girls in School Starts with Ending Period Shaming
Kavita Dogra | May 24, 2018Menstruation continues to be a barrier to girls' education. We're working to improve access to supplies and end period shaming to keep girls in school! Read more »
Meet the boys who are working to end period shaming in Uganda
Desiree Buitenbos | Feb 13, 2018Boys and men can play a role in breaking down menstruation taboos. See how we’re working with them to keep more girls in school and end period shaming. Read more »
The Right Hardware and Software Can Put an End to Period Shaming
Kavita Dogra | Feb 7, 2018Learn about the kind of hardware and software that girls require to help them successfully manage their periods and put an end to period shaming! Read more »
Less is Not More: Why children in crises Need Increased Access to Education
| Jan 4, 2018Education helps children thrive but it is often compromised during emergencies. Refugee children urgently need greater access to education. Read more »
It’s Not Enough to Get Girls Into the Classroom; the Future Lies in Keeping Them There
Kavita DograOnce girls get to school, it's a challenge to keep them there. See how we're working in Mozambique and Vietnam to help break down the barriers to education. Read more »
Weaving her way to a brighter future
Desiree BuitenbosIn Laos, Plan International is supporting girls and women's empowerment through vocational training. See how this programming is changing lives. Read more »
Every child has the right to education – especially children with disabilities
Desiree BuitenbosMeet Katherine, a sponsored child from Honduras, and see how Plan International is helping children like her exercise their rights to education. Read more »
A bloody shame: 6 reasons why menstruation is keeping girls out of school
Desiree BuitenbosMillions of girls miss school or drop out because of their periods. See 6 reasons why menstruation is preventing girls from achieving an education. Read more »
