International release of Plan International's "Because I am a Girl" Report

The “Because I am a Girl” global campaign of Plan International aims “to fight gender inequality, promote girls' rights and lift millions of girls out of poverty. Across the world, girls face double discrimination due to their gender and age, leaving them suffering at the bottom of the social ladder.”

This year’s report is focused on the development role that technology plays in the life of young girls, particularly in urban areas. The report recognizes that with development opportunities (access to information, safe employment, etc.), there are also risks that girls, and youth in general, need to be aware of such as sexual exploitation through the internet. The report calls on all duty bearers to ensure that girls have equal access to resources and opportunities that technology has to offer while protecting them against potential harm.

Learn more about the report on the Plan country websites or go to www.childprotectionpartnership.org