International Day of Girl Child 2022: Check theme, history and significance

The UN General Assembly adopted resolution 66/170 on December 19, 2011 and designated October 11 as the International Day of the Girl Child. The day is devoted to the rights of girls and the specific difficulties that girls face worldwide.

The subject or theme of the International Day of the Girl Child for 2022 is "Our time is now—our rights, our future."

According to the website of the UN, female children constantly face enormous problems in terms of their physical health, education, and mental wellness. They experience violence throughout their lives in a variety of settings. Also, specially challenged girls have to deal with additional obstacles to accessing services and support for a better living.




These circumstances call for action, and individuals are asked to show their support by sharing blogs, stories, and videos. The UN has also urged numerous officials to make targeted investments to address the inequities women face. Several female influencers have also been approached to create awareness and address the factors that girls hold today in their nation and region.

The purpose of recognizing this International Day is primarily to increase public awareness of the problems that girls worldwide suffer, including lack of access to education, inadequate nutrition, forced child marriage, legal rights, and medical rights.

The UN website also says that girls are ready to advance, and we should support them.

FAQ's

1. Does the International Day of the Girl Child always have the same theme?
   No, the theme is different each year.
2. How long has the International Day of the Girl Child been observed?
   We have been commemorating this day for 11 years.