South Sudan joins the international community on 11 October in celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child, under the theme “Innovating for Girls’ Education”. In South Sudan, only 17 per cent of girls complete primary school. Many are unable to attend school due to finances, cultural barriers, early marriage, sexual harassment and violence. Photo: UNMISS/Martine Perret.
.International Day of the Girl Child
- 11 October 2013
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