Girls and boys deserve the same opportunities! Unfortunately, in many countries around the world, girls face systematic disadvantages from childhood. Girls are forced to leave school earlier than boys or are withheld the education that they need for a job with real prospects. Globally, 1 in 5 girls marry during their childhood; and 9 out of 10 adolescent girls and young women in low-income countries do not have access to the internet, while their male peers are twice as likely to be online. Give girls a chance to develop and you’ll see what a big difference they can make!

These 13 organizations are actively working to improve the lives of women and girls through healthcare access, education, legal rights, and social justice. Each brings a unique approach, demonstrating the diverse and essential ways gender equality is being advanced globally.