“Girls Vision for the Future”
CYPF is thrilled to join the rest of World in commemorating the International Day of the Girl Child 2024 under the theme “Girls Vision for the Future.” This day is celebrated annually on October 11th, to highlight the challenges facing young girls globally and promote their empowerment and well-being. This year’s theme underscores the importance of amplifying girls’ voices and visions for a brighter future.
CYPF’s commitment to children’s protection, development, and rights is unwavering, as evidenced by our
diverse programs catering to the holistic well-being of children and youth. We aim to keep striving to create a sustainable environment where every girl child can thrive.
In Nigeria. Africa, and globally, girls face daunting challenges:
In Nigeria, 44% of girls are married before the age of 18, totaling over 24 million child brides and
ranking the Nation third globally (UNICEF)
30% of girls are missing some or all school during their period (UNICEF)
122 million girls still out of school around the world today (UNESCO)
1 in 4 young girls (aged 15-24 years) who have been in a relationship will have already experienced
violence by an intimate partner by the time they reach their mid-twenties (WHO)
1 in 3 women, around 736 million, are subjected to physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner or
sexual violence from a non-partner (WHO)
CYPF addresses these pressing issues through:
The child protection and development program
Menstrual Health initiatives, including period dairy and Padbank establishment in schools
Leadership Development Programs in Schools
Education support for out-of-school children
CYPF adolescent girls movement
In line with this year’s theme, CYPF will kick off an exciting Anti-Bullying Campaign that actively involves
students through creative arts and other engaging activities. We strongly believe that by fostering a culture of
respect, empathy, and inclusivity, we can build a community where all children and youth feel safe, valued, and
empowered to realize their full potential.
Today, as the Girl Child is spotlighted globally, we urge governments, policymakers, civil society
organizations, and individuals to:
Prioritize girl’s education and health
Support initiatives promoting girl’s empowerment
Mentor and spark up the passion of girls to reach their full potential
Enact and ensure enforcement of policies protecting girl’s rights
On this special day, CYPF reaffirms its dedication to championing the rights and aspirations of girls as we
believe that by listening to and uplifting the voices of girls, we can collectively pave the way for a brighter,
more equitable future through the creation of a supportive ecosystem where girls can envision and achieve their dreams. Join us in celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child and support girls’ visions for a brighter
future.
