Day of the Girl 2026: UN calls for protection of childhood

The International Day of the Girl, observed on 11 October, offers an opportunity to discuss rights, safety and education. The UN’s 2026 message focuses on ending child marriage.

The message for 11 October

It highlights continued schooling, support for families and social and legal protection. These are elements of a global appeal, not an announcement of a new Polish law.

Education and agency

In a Polish school or home, the day can provide an opening to discuss girls’ opportunities: choosing interests, joining activities and freely planning their future.

Starting a conversation

A useful starting point is asking girls themselves what supports their development and what obstacles they face. Global figures should not be presented as statistics applying specifically to Poland.

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