Story by Elizabeth Vincent
A non governmental organization Eunice
Nnachi Women Advocacy Foundation, ENWAF has advocated for a gender friendly society that would give the girl child opportunity to strive and be more.
ENWAF also advocated for a safe society that would enforce the protection of rights and privileges of the girl child in the country.
CEO of ENWAF, Lady Eunice Nnachi while celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child, urged girls to speak out against any form of intimidation, harassment, or gender-based violence.
Lady Nnachi emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and avoiding distractions that could hinder their academic success.
She charged and admonished girls to always ensure they strive “TODAY” if they must secure the ” FUTURE” while also encouraging parents to take delight in raising the Girl-Child, as it is equal to raising a nation .
The International Day of the Girl Child 2023 is a global observance dedicated to highlighting the challenges faced by girls around the world and promoting their empowerment, education, and rights.
This important day serves as a reminder of the need to address gender inequalities, discrimination, and violence against girls and to create a brighter future for them.
The theme for this year International Day of the Girl Child is, “Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being.” The theme focuses on taking action to curtail girls’ and women’s rights and gain progress on gender equality.
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