10/11/2026
Today, as we observe the International Day of the Girl, we honor the promise, strength and potential of every girl around the globe.
In 2026, the International Day of the Girl puts a spotlight on one of the most urgent barriers to girls’ rights: child marriage. Under the theme “End child marriage and invest in girls’ rights!”, this year’s celebrations call for renewed action to protect girls’ freedom, expand their opportunities and ensure they have a say in the decisions that shape their lives.
Follow this link to see Zonta members’ shared photos contrasting a personal snapshot of what they were doing at the age of legal marriage in their country against the reality of a girl forced into marriage at that same age. https://zonta.org/Web/Web/News_Events/Event/International_Day_of_the_Girl.aspx
On this special day, ask yourself, “What will I do to advance gender equality and help girls reach their full potential?”
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