2023-10-10 17:25:04
In 2011, the United Nations designated October 11 as World Day of the Girl.
This day is not only intended to draw attention to the disadvantages faced by girls, but also to actively advocate for it.
Read everything about the history and meaning of International Day of the Girl here.
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History of International Day of the Girl Child
The background of International Day of the Girl goes back to the “Because I am a Girl” campaign from 2003. International Deutschland eV specifically advocates for the human rights of girls.
A few years later, the same organization called for an official day of action to draw attention to the challenges facing girls worldwide.
On September 21, 2011, the German Bundestag voted for this day of action. The measures were taken up by the UN and October 11, 2011 was designated as International Day of the Girl.
Since then, this holiday has been used every year to draw attention to the disadvantages faced by girls. Over the years, International Day of the Girl Child has grown into a global movement. Numerous events and activities to support young girls will take place during this time.
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Meaning of International Day of the Girl Child
Why is International Day of the Girl Celebrated? This day is intended to remind us of the challenges and disadvantages girls suffer due to their gender role. Thematic focus is often on education for girls, girls in leadership positions and security.
Girls from Katutura eating
Foto: picture alliance / photothek
At the same time, the achievements and potential of girls are recognized on this day. To this end, various campaigns and educational measures take place.
For example, so-called take-over campaigns often take place on October 11th. Girls are given the opportunity to take on leadership roles. For example, you can take on the office of mayor, as in the Koblenz town hall.
Lighting events also take place around the world on International Day of the Girl. Various sights have already been illuminated pink in recent years, such as the Niagara Falls in the US state of New York or the pyramids of Giza in Egypt.
In addition to the lighting events, festivals, stands and workshops are held in many cities.
This is how you can support as a parent
Girls are still disadvantaged in education and careers. Almost 65 million girls worldwide do not go to school. Poverty is often the reason.
As a parent, you can do something too! Boys are often unconsciously given more credit than girls, especially in jobs that require a lot of physical effort.
Therefore: Encourage girls to take on challenging tasks.
Support your daughter’s career and her interests as well as her education in every area: whether sports, science or business. Women are hardly present, especially in professional sectors such as technology or mathematics. That’s why it’s even more important to encourage girls to get involved in these areas.
Encourage your daughter to get educated. Teach your daughter that she can pursue any career she wants. Show her individual role models who will encourage her to pursue it passionately.
In order to draw attention to this important topic, you should also educate your children. Talk to your child about the challenges facing girls around the world.
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