06/16/2026
Every day, and especially today, June 16–AGCC proudly celebrates the International Day of the African Child. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience, creativity, and potential of African children. Our children are not only the future of our communities; they are active contributors to the world we are building today. They deserve opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive in environments where their health, safety, education, and well-being are prioritized.
The International Day of the African Child is a reflection of the continued work needed to remove barriers that prevent children from accessing essential basic needs. AGCC remains committed to advocating for children’s health by addressing the social determinants that shape their everyday experiences.
Through our partnerships and community initiatives, we continue creating spaces where children feel supported, empowered, and recognized. We are proud to highlight past collaborations, including our partnership with Zenu Polyclinic for World Menstrual Hygiene Day, where we donated menstrual products and facilitated conversations around reducing stigma, expanding access to menstrual resources in a school-based environment, and promoting menstrual health education beyond the classroom.
Through “Minds Matter,” our youth mental health initiative, we helped reshape conversations around mental health by highlighting the importance of self-expression, creativity, and healthy coping mechanisms. Through engaging activities and meaningful conversations, we encouraged children to view mental health as an essential part of their overall well-being.
When we invest into children, we help cultivate the next generation of changemakers who will continue advancing health equity. In just one week, AGCC looks forward to continuing this commitment through our “We Care” Medical Mission 2026, serving children and families through health education, screenings, and community support:
📍 June 23, 2026 | Community Health Screening at Airport Railway Line
📍 June 24, 2026 | Dental Health Screening at Dzorwulu Special Needs School
📍 June 26, 2026 | Health Education and Screening at Accra Girls Senior High School