European Week of Action for Girls
[Brussels, 11 October 2012] This week, 08-12 October 2012, is the European Week of Action for Girls. Throughout the week various events and activities, focusing on girls’ rights, have been organised to celebrate the first ever International Day of the Girl Child on 11 October 2012.
Girls face multiple challenges in realising their rights. They are more likely to be forced out of school, to be subject to violence and have their sexual rights controlled by others. They may be forced into (...)
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