The article reflects on International Women's Day, emphasizing the importance of empowering girls globally through various programs. The author, UNICEF's chief philanthropy officer, highlights the long road to gender parity, projected to be achieved by 2158. With personal stakes as a mother of three daughters, the author emphasizes the need for the next generation of women to drive change. Specific instances include a visit to Senegal where girls learn skills to combat issues like FGM and become independent changemakers through education and entrepreneurship.
"As a mother of three girls, this is also personal. We need the next generation of girls and women everywhere to be catalysts for lasting change."
"Khadidiatou D. 'Khadi,' who performed a slam poem about female genital mutilation (FGM), uses what she's learned at the center to advocate..."
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